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LOT 0687

Roman Terracotta Footed Cup

2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.

2 1/4 in. (58.5 grams, 56 mm high).

With a low foot, carinated bowl with everted rim, the body with painted circumferential lines enclosing a frieze dashes. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired in the 1980s-1990s.
Property of a Nottinghamshire gentleman.

CONDITION

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LOT 0687

Roman Terracotta Footed Cup

Sold for (Inc. bp): £85

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