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LOT 0966
Roman Terracotta Unguentarium Bottle
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
5 1/4 in. (180 grams, 13.3 cm).
Comprising a bulbous body and tall tubular neck with everted rim. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From the collection of Mr W.A. Stewart, Director of School of Arts and Crafts, Cairo, 1919-1929.
Acquired Christie's, London, Antiquities, Works of Art and Important Renaissance Bronzes, Plaquettes and Limoges Enamels, 8 July 1981, no.126 (part).
From a private Wiltshire, UK, collection.
Accompanied by a copy of the relevant Christie's catalogue page.
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