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LOT 0586
Roman Glass Vessel
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
5 1/4 in. (32 grams, 13.5 cm).
With piriform lower body, extended cylindrical neck and flange rim; iridescent surfaces.
Provenance
From a London, UK, collection, 1990s.
Literature
Cf. The British Museum, accession number 1901,0413.3009, for type.
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LOT 0586
Roman Glass Vessel
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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