Bactrian Bronze Kohl Jar with Applicator Circa 2nd-1st millennium BC This lovely bronze kohl jar shows a globular body set on three short feet, a tall chimney neck with everted rim, and a raised mid-band encircling the vessel; it comes with a matching bronze dip-stick applicator. Kohl is a black, powdered cosmetic used around the eyes. In antiquity, it was made from substances such as galena (lead sulfide), antimony, or soot, mixed with oil or fat. People across the ancient Near East, Egypt, and Central Asia kept kohl in small jars like this and applied it with a slender rod to darken eyelids and lashes. Beyond beauty, kohl was thought to reduce glare, protect the eyes, and offer ritual protection. Dimensions: 8cm x 5cm x 5cm Provenance: Private European Collection; formerly acquired from old UK and European collection formed since the 1970s. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE of THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.