Description:

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. A beautiful and finely-preserved jug formed from nearly-transparent glass of a soft blue-green hue. The form of the jug is defined by a lightly-concave base, an apple-shaped body, a rounded shoulder which tapers inward to form the cylindrical neck, a collared rim with an in-folded lip, and a wide trail handle boasting several vertical ribs which arch between the shoulder and neck just beneath the rim. Though weathering film has developed on the surfaces, this has led to the formation of elegant silvery and rainbow-hued iridescence which nicely complements the vessel's turquoise color. Size: 4.875" W x 5.125" H (12.4 cm x 13 cm).

Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection; ex-German private collection, 1970s

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#146572

  • Condition: Minor abrasions to body and rim, with light weathering film, otherwise intact and choice. Light earthen deposits within some recessed areas, and nice silvery and rainbow iridescence throughout.

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