Ancient Roman, Empire Glass Large cylindrical bottle - 190 mm
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Description from the seller
Large cylindrical bottle with handle, made of slightly greenish, translucent glass, almost colorless on the body. Partial traces of internal iridescence remain, silvery to bluish in color, and covered with earthy deposits.
A cylindrical body with a concave base and a slightly inclined shoulder. A cylindrical neck flared on both sides, with an everted lip that is rolled outwards and connected to the body by a wide, angled, ribbed handle.
Mediterranean Basin, Roman Empire
- Dimensions: 190 x 76 x 78 mm
- Dating: 1st – 2nd century A.D.
- Provenance: French private collection, acquired on 23-04-1978, Versailles sale, Perrin and Fromentin auction house, Lot 29.
- Literature: Ising Form 51b, Ancient and Islamic Glass, pg. 107, Fig. 275
- Condition: Excellent, Intact!!
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Large cylindrical bottle with handle, made of slightly greenish, translucent glass, almost colorless on the body. Partial traces of internal iridescence remain, silvery to bluish in color, and covered with earthy deposits.
A cylindrical body with a concave base and a slightly inclined shoulder. A cylindrical neck flared on both sides, with an everted lip that is rolled outwards and connected to the body by a wide, angled, ribbed handle.
Mediterranean Basin, Roman Empire
- Dimensions: 190 x 76 x 78 mm
- Dating: 1st – 2nd century A.D.
- Provenance: French private collection, acquired on 23-04-1978, Versailles sale, Perrin and Fromentin auction house, Lot 29.
- Literature: Ising Form 51b, Ancient and Islamic Glass, pg. 107, Fig. 275
- Condition: Excellent, Intact!!
Shipping: Secure and insured shipping
Obtaining export licenses provided by the Belgian Cultural Heritage Directorate for countries outside the European Union can vary between 2 weeks and 2 months.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/ Timeframe
1er – 2ème siècle A.D.
Name of object
Large cylindrical bottle
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Glass
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Height
190 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1978
Width
76 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
78 mm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
