Ancient Roman, Empire Glass Vessel - 13 cm
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Roman glass unguentarium from the 1st–3rd century BC, a pale green translucent perfume flask with a slender neck and pear-shaped body, 13 cm high and 7.6 cm across, provenance France via a private French collection (acquired in 1970) and acquired in 2026 from Casa de Subastas, CoA emailed.
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Roman Glass Unguentarium – 1st to 3rd Century AD
A fine Roman free-blown glass unguentarium featuring a slender cylindrical neck rising from a pear-shaped body and terminating in a gently flared rim. Manufactured in pale green translucent glass, the vessel displays the characteristic iridescence, weathering, and mineral deposits acquired during nearly two millennia of burial. The elegant proportions and elongated neck identify it as a classic Roman perfume or cosmetic flask, intended for storing precious oils, perfumes, medicinal preparations, or aromatic essences. Its delicate form and well-preserved ancient surface make it an attractive and authentic example of Roman glass craftsmanship.
Material: Glass
Height: 13.5 cm
Weight: 40.27 g
Provenance: Acquired in France. Former French private collection assembled during the 1970s.
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Roman Glass Unguentarium – 1st to 3rd Century AD
A fine Roman free-blown glass unguentarium featuring a slender cylindrical neck rising from a pear-shaped body and terminating in a gently flared rim. Manufactured in pale green translucent glass, the vessel displays the characteristic iridescence, weathering, and mineral deposits acquired during nearly two millennia of burial. The elegant proportions and elongated neck identify it as a classic Roman perfume or cosmetic flask, intended for storing precious oils, perfumes, medicinal preparations, or aromatic essences. Its delicate form and well-preserved ancient surface make it an attractive and authentic example of Roman glass craftsmanship.
Material: Glass
Height: 13.5 cm
Weight: 40.27 g
Provenance: Acquired in France. Former French private collection assembled during the 1970s.
All items come with CoA sent to your email address.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
1st to 3rd Century BC
Acquired from
Auction house
Material
Glass
Year acquired
2026
Country of origin
Unknown
Country acquired from
France
Height
13 cm
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Width
7.6 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Depth
7.6 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
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