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LOT 0717
Roman Terracotta Wine Flagon
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
5 1/2 in. (360 grams, 14 cm).
With narrow foot and broad shoulder, biconvex mouth and strap handle. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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