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LOT 0150
Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,040
ROMAN TERRACOTTA BEAKER
5TH CENTURY A.D.
4 3/8 in. (346 grams, 11 cm).
5TH CENTURY A.D.
4 3/8 in. (346 grams, 11 cm).
With gently curved sidewall, flared base and everted rim; groups of vertical lines to the inner rim, circumferential bands below the rim and above the foot, vertical interrupted herringbone panels to the body.
PROVENANCE:
Collection of Stanley J. Seeger (1930-2011), England, Tennant of Yorkshire.
with Attic Sale, 16 May 2015, no.265.
Acquired by the present owner at the above sale.
LITERATURE:
Cf. similar, less elaborate beaker in the British Museum under accession no.1869,0624.26.
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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.
