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Sotheby's Antiquities Catalog Benzian Collection of Ancient Glass, July 1994

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Sotheby's auction catalog of the exceptional Benzian Collection of Ancient Roman and Islamic Glass. An invaluable reference for the collector, scholar or anyone interested in the most delicate and beautiful of antiquities, ancient glass. London, July 7, 1994.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Style:
    Classical Roman (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1994
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  • Seller Location:
    Stamford, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU803025729062

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