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LOT 0781
Roman Red Ware Bowl
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
6 5/8 in. (410 grams, 16.7 cm wide).
Broad and squat in profile with inturned rim and external carination. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of David Donlan (1947-2025), a dedicated and lifelong collector with a passion for the ancient world and the natural sciences, forming his collection from 1960s onwards, using many reputable dealers across the United Kingdom, including the well-regarded Coincraft and The Parthenon Gallery.
PublishedExhibited at the Harwich Museum, Harwich, Essex, UK, 8th June 2026-14th September 2026; accompanied by a copy of a photograph of the artefacts on display.
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