Ancient Roman Glass spiral-decorated bottle - 110 mm
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Roman antique colourless blown glass flask with a spherical body and a slightly flattened base, featuring a cylindrical neck with an outward‑flaring lip and spiral white hot‑applied threads around the glass, dating to the 1st–2nd century AD, measuring 110 x 65 x 65 mm, in very good condition with a discreet lip repair, provenance Belgium from a private collection (acquired from Galerie Dominique Thirion in 2017), with certificate of authenticity, an invoice, and an export licence available for non‑EU countries, acquired in 2025.
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Balsamaire in colorless transparent glass, mouth-blown, with a spherical body whose base is barely flattened. The cylindrical neck, slightly constricted at the upper part, ends in a flared mouth with a lip irregularly folded inward. The body and neck preserve a decoration of fine white threads applied hot and spirally wound around the glass. The surface shows partial iridescence with silvery reflections, accompanied by slight multicolored hues and a few earthy deposits.
- Roman Empire
- Dimension: 110 x 65 x 65 mm
- Dating: 1st - 2nd century AD
- Provenance: Belgian collection, acquired from Galerie Dominique Thirion in 2017.
- Literature: - The Fascination of Ancient Glass, Martine Newby and Dolf Schut, page 50, No. 46
- Solid Liquid, Fortuna Fine Arts Ltd, page 62, Nos. 100, 101 and 102
- Condition: Very good overall condition, discreet repair at the lip. Lacunar white thread in very rare spots; otherwise intact. Magnificent piece.
The piece includes:
- A sales invoice.
- A certificate of authenticity.
- An export license (only for countries outside the European Union).
Shipping: Secure and insured shipment
Obtaining export licenses issued by the Belgian Directorate of Cultural Heritage for countries outside the European Union can vary between 2 weeks and 2 months.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged.
Balsamaire in colorless transparent glass, mouth-blown, with a spherical body whose base is barely flattened. The cylindrical neck, slightly constricted at the upper part, ends in a flared mouth with a lip irregularly folded inward. The body and neck preserve a decoration of fine white threads applied hot and spirally wound around the glass. The surface shows partial iridescence with silvery reflections, accompanied by slight multicolored hues and a few earthy deposits.
- Roman Empire
- Dimension: 110 x 65 x 65 mm
- Dating: 1st - 2nd century AD
- Provenance: Belgian collection, acquired from Galerie Dominique Thirion in 2017.
- Literature: - The Fascination of Ancient Glass, Martine Newby and Dolf Schut, page 50, No. 46
- Solid Liquid, Fortuna Fine Arts Ltd, page 62, Nos. 100, 101 and 102
- Condition: Very good overall condition, discreet repair at the lip. Lacunar white thread in very rare spots; otherwise intact. Magnificent piece.
The piece includes:
- A sales invoice.
- A certificate of authenticity.
- An export license (only for countries outside the European Union).
Shipping: Secure and insured shipment
Obtaining export licenses issued by the Belgian Directorate of Cultural Heritage for countries outside the European Union can vary between 2 weeks and 2 months.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
1er -2ème siècle AD
Name of object
spiral-decorated bottle
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Glass
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
110 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
2017
Width
65 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
Depth
65 mm
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.
