Ancient Roman, Empire Terracotta Vessel - 13 cm
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Roman Unguentarium – Roman Empire – 2nd Century BC to 3rd Century AD
A classic Roman terracotta unguentarium featuring a globular body, tall cylindrical neck, and slightly flared rim. Vessels of this type were widely used throughout the Roman world for storing and dispensing perfumes, scented oils, cosmetics, and medicinal preparations. Their elegant yet functional form made them a common presence in domestic life, religious practices, and funerary contexts.
This example displays a well-balanced profile with attractive archaeological surface deposits and natural age-related wear accumulated over centuries of burial. The vessel has undergone professional restoration, with visible restoration lines consistent with the reconstruction of an ancient ceramic object. Despite this, the overall appearance remains highly authentic and representative of Roman ceramic production. The simple form and harmonious proportions exemplify the practical refinement characteristic of Roman utilitarian pottery.
Material: Terracotta
Dimensions: 13 × 7.6 × 7.6 cm
Weight: 174.8 g
Provenance: Acquired in France. Former French private collection assembled during the 1970s.
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Roman Unguentarium – Roman Empire – 2nd Century BC to 3rd Century AD
A classic Roman terracotta unguentarium featuring a globular body, tall cylindrical neck, and slightly flared rim. Vessels of this type were widely used throughout the Roman world for storing and dispensing perfumes, scented oils, cosmetics, and medicinal preparations. Their elegant yet functional form made them a common presence in domestic life, religious practices, and funerary contexts.
This example displays a well-balanced profile with attractive archaeological surface deposits and natural age-related wear accumulated over centuries of burial. The vessel has undergone professional restoration, with visible restoration lines consistent with the reconstruction of an ancient ceramic object. Despite this, the overall appearance remains highly authentic and representative of Roman ceramic production. The simple form and harmonious proportions exemplify the practical refinement characteristic of Roman utilitarian pottery.
Material: Terracotta
Dimensions: 13 × 7.6 × 7.6 cm
Weight: 174.8 g
Provenance: Acquired in France. Former French private collection assembled during the 1970s.
All items come with CoA.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Weight
174.8 g
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
1st to 3rd Century BC
Acquired from
Auction house
Material
Terracotta
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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