Ancient Roman - Aryballe glass 'dropper' - 200/300 AD
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Roman glass aryballe with a spherical body and a dropper mechanism, green marbled thick glass, 8.1 cm high and 5.2 cm in diameter, dated to the 3rd/4th century CE, provenance France (Galerie C.R.M.), previously part of a Paris collection, in good condition with an infinitesimal chip to the lip, authentic original, acquired in 2025.
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Roman glass aryballos.
Dropper bottle with a spherical body and thick wall, topped by a cylindrical neck pinched at the base and ending in a broad stepped lip; inside, at the base of the neck, a dropper mechanism formed by folding inward into the neck.
Thick marbled green glass.
Beautiful iridescence, very good condition - tiny chip at the lip
Mediterranean basin, Roman period, 3rd / 4th century.
Height 8.1 cm - diameter 5.2 cm - excellent condition
Provenance: France, Galerie C.R.M.
Previously: Parisian collection passed down by inheritance
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Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateRoman glass aryballos.
Dropper bottle with a spherical body and thick wall, topped by a cylindrical neck pinched at the base and ending in a broad stepped lip; inside, at the base of the neck, a dropper mechanism formed by folding inward into the neck.
Thick marbled green glass.
Beautiful iridescence, very good condition - tiny chip at the lip
Mediterranean basin, Roman period, 3rd / 4th century.
Height 8.1 cm - diameter 5.2 cm - excellent condition
Provenance: France, Galerie C.R.M.
Previously: Parisian collection passed down by inheritance
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorisations, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
3ème / 4ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Aryballe glass 'dropper' - 200/300 AD
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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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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.
