Framed Greek manuscript on papyrus
Updated September 12, 2026
This auction ended on September 25, 2026.
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| Lot number | 237 |
| Estimate | 600.00 - 900.00 USD |
| Auction | September Fine and Decorative Arts Auction |
| Date | September 25, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT |
| Auction house | Quinn's Auction Galleries |
| Location | Falls Church, Virginia |
Fragmentary papyrus manuscript bearing numerous lines of Greek writing in dark ink, with cursive passages and more upright lettering in the lower section. Possibly an Egyptian documentary text of the Byzantine period; precise date and contents undetermined. Mounted against a pale backing within a red fabric surround with gold braid, in a glazed ornamental gilt frame. Image: 22" x 12" Sight: 29 1/4" x 19 1/2" Frame: 37" x 27"
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