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LOT 0657
Roman Terracotta Wine Flagon
CIRCA 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
5 7/8 in. (305 grams, 15 cm).
With globular body and basal ring, tall columnar neck with biconical collar, single strap handle to the rear.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK, gentleman, circa 2000.
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