Ancient Greek, Hellenistic Terracotta Unguentarium 3rd to 1st Century BC - 13.8 cm
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Hellenistic Greek unguentarium in terracotta, 13.8 cm tall, dating to the 3rd–1st century BC, with a rounded globular body, tall cylindrical neck and flared rim.
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Hellenistic Greek Unguentarium – 3rd to 1st Century BC
A Hellenistic Greek unguentarium with a rounded globular body, tall cylindrical neck and flared rim, a form used for storing perfumes, scented oils, cosmetics and other precious liquids. The vessel preserves extensive mineral encrustations and burial deposits across the surface, particularly around the body and lower neck, giving it a characteristic archaeological appearance. Its elongated proportions and restrained profile are consistent with Hellenistic-period unguentaria produced throughout the eastern Mediterranean between the 3rd and 1st Century BC.
Material: Terracotta
Dimensions: 13.8 cm
Weight: 138.5 gr
Provenance: Acquired in Denmark at an Art Gallery.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law.
Hellenistic Greek Unguentarium – 3rd to 1st Century BC
A Hellenistic Greek unguentarium with a rounded globular body, tall cylindrical neck and flared rim, a form used for storing perfumes, scented oils, cosmetics and other precious liquids. The vessel preserves extensive mineral encrustations and burial deposits across the surface, particularly around the body and lower neck, giving it a characteristic archaeological appearance. Its elongated proportions and restrained profile are consistent with Hellenistic-period unguentaria produced throughout the eastern Mediterranean between the 3rd and 1st Century BC.
Material: Terracotta
Dimensions: 13.8 cm
Weight: 138.5 gr
Provenance: Acquired in Denmark at an Art Gallery.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law.
Details
Culture
Ancient Greek, Hellenistic
Century/timeframe
3rd to 1st Century BC
Name of object
Unguentarium 3rd to 1st Century BC
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
Denmark
Condition
Very good +
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
13.8 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
Denmark
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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