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LOT 0802

Roman Terracotta Wine Flagon

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

4 in. (164 grams, 10.1 cm).

Biconvex body with narrow flared foot, broad mouth with inturned rim, strap handle to shoulder. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.

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LOT 0802

Roman Terracotta Wine Flagon

Sold for (Inc. bp): £72

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