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LOT 0151
Estimate
GBP (£) 1,000 - 1,400
EUR (€) 1,160 - 1,620
USD ($) 1,340 - 1,880
ROMAN PALE RED BARBOTINE CUP
CIRCA 1ST CENTURY B.C.
4 1/2 in. (211 grams, 11.5 cm wide).
CIRCA 1ST CENTURY B.C.
4 1/2 in. (211 grams, 11.5 cm wide).
With horizontal banding to the lower body, high-relief moulded vine and grape decoration to the shoulder, loop handle and raised rim; rare.
PROVENANCE:
Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
LITERATURE:
Cf. similar in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, under accession number: 74.51.373.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
