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LOT 0627
Roman Iridescent Glass Vase with Chequered Pattern
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
4 1/4 in. (49 grams, 11 cm high).
With a rounded body decorated with a lozenge 'net' motif, broad flared neck, kick-up to base; extensive iridescence, repaired.
Provenance
Acquired early 1990s.
Ex private American collection; thence by descent.
Private collection since 1998.
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LOT 0627
Roman Iridescent Glass Vase with Chequered Pattern
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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