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LOT 1118
Romano-Punic Terracotta Wine Amphora
CIRCA 3RD CENTURY B.C.
9 in. (1.04 kg, 23 cm high).
With conical body and low foot, broad shoulder and neck, flared rim to the mouth and lateral strap handles. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market since the 1990s.
From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman; thence by descent.
Exhibited at the Harwich Museum, Harwich, Essex, UK, 7th October 2026-9th December 2026; accompanied by a copy of a photograph of the artefacts on display.
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LOT 1118
Romano-Punic Terracotta Wine Amphora
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £400
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Opening Bid: £5
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Opening Bid: £5
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