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LOT 0956
Roman Yellow Glass Bottle
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
7 1/2 in. (116 grams, 19.2 cm).
Formed with a deep rounded base and broad shoulder, irregular everted rim.
ProvenanceFrom an important collection of glass, London, UK, 1990s.
LiteratureCf. British Museum reference number.1899,1229.6, for a vessel of similar form.
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Roman Iridescent Glass Cosmetic Flask with Spiral Trail
3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £110
Bulbous body with long funicular neck and everted rim, applied strap handles to the top, applied spiral decoration to the body. 14.6 grams, 76 mm
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From an important collection of glass, London, UK, 1990s.