Description:

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 3rd to 4th century CE. A fine vessel known as an unguentarium, formed from semi-translucent glass of a vibrant golden-brown hue. The vessel is defined by an elongated drop-form body with a thick base and a rough pontil scar, a carinated midsection, a tapered cylindrical neck, and a petite flared rim. The interior boasts thick layers of rainbow-hued iridescence which imbue the bronze-colored glass with a burst of color. Size: 1.2" W x 4.8" H (3 cm x 12.2 cm); 5.3" H (13.5 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

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#139932

  • Condition: Repair to rim and neck, with light adhesive residue along break lines. Minor abrasions to body, base, and rim, with light weathering film, and minor encrustations. A rough pontil scar indicates the vessel was free-blown. Light earthen deposits throughout, and wonderful rainbow iridescence along interior.

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