Islamic Glass Vial - 96 mm
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Islamic glass flacon in translucent light green with partial iridescence, 96 × 47 × 47 mm, dating to the 7th–9th century AD, from the Dr. Wiegand collection, Bayern, in excellent condition.
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Description from the seller
Translucent light-green glass bottle, with partial iridescence over its entire surface.
A conical body with a flattened, concave base at its center and bearing a pontil mark. On the body, an applied decoration of an indented concentric ribbon. It is equipped with a short flared neck and the lip turned inward.
- Islamic Empire
- Dimension: 96 x 47 x 47 mm
- Dating: 7th - 9th century
- Provenance: From the Dr. Wiegand collection, Bavaria, acquired between 1960 and 2005.
- Condition: Excellent condition, intact. Magnificent partial iridescence with golden-violet reflections.
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Translucent light-green glass bottle, with partial iridescence over its entire surface.
A conical body with a flattened, concave base at its center and bearing a pontil mark. On the body, an applied decoration of an indented concentric ribbon. It is equipped with a short flared neck and the lip turned inward.
- Islamic Empire
- Dimension: 96 x 47 x 47 mm
- Dating: 7th - 9th century
- Provenance: From the Dr. Wiegand collection, Bavaria, acquired between 1960 and 2005.
- Condition: Excellent condition, intact. Magnificent partial iridescence with golden-violet reflections.
Shipping: Secure and insured shipment
Obtaining export licenses issued by the Directorate of Cultural Heritage of Belgium for countries outside the European Union may vary between 2 weeks and 2 months.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged.
Details
Culture
Islamic
Century/timeframe
7ème - 9ème siècle AD
Name of object
Vial
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2024
Material
Glass
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
96 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Width
47 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
Depth
47 mm
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