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4521 - Large, intact Roman transport amphora, 1st–2nd century CE. A large, cylindrical transport amphora with a heavy body and two sturdy, opposing handles extending from the narrow neck to the broader shoulder. The body tapers to a solid, pointed toe. The exterior surface displays chalky, whitish encrustations. This type of amphora was widely used for the bulk maritime transport and storage of liquid commodities such as olive oil or wine. Height: 112 cm. Provenance: Private Dutch collection, acquired between 1970 and 1974 by a collector working for the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stationed in North Africa. [1]
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Large, intact Roman transport amphora, 1st–2nd century CE. A large, cylindrical transport amphora with a heavy body and two sturdy, opposing handles extending from the narrow neck to the broader shoulder. The body tapers to a solid, pointed toe. The exterior surface displays chalky, whitish encrustations. This type of amphora was widely used for the bulk maritime transport and storage of liquid commodities such as olive oil or wine. Height: 112 cm. Provenance: Private Dutch collection, acquired between 1970 and 1974 by a collector working for the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stationed in North Africa. [1]
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