Roman Aubergine Mould Blown Amphoriskos
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1st century A.D. Miniature egg-shaped juglet with applied handle and integral foot, mould-blown decoration formed as a medial frieze of scrolling motifs and lines radiating upwards from the base; iridescent surfaces; chipped rim. Cf. The Metropolitan Museum, New York, accession numbers 17.194.224 and 199407, for a similar. 17.3 grams, 66 mm high (2 5/8 in.).
Acquired early 1990s. Ex private American collection; thence by descent. Private collection since 1998.
For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price
Acquired early 1990s. Ex private American collection; thence by descent. Private collection since 1998.
For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price
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Roman Aubergine Mould Blown Amphoriskos
Estimate £300 - £400
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