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LOT 0689
Roman Terracotta Wine Flagon
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
5 1/4 in. (275 grams, 13.5 cm high).
With globular body, thick basal ring, tall columnar neck with biconical collar, single strap handle to the rear.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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