Ancient Roman, Empire Glass Unguentarium - 13 cm
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Roman Empire glass unguentarium (1st–3rd century AD) in pale green translucent glass with iridescence, 13 cm high, 7.6 cm wide and 7.6 cm deep, in excellent condition, provenance France from a private collection, acquired in 2026 from Casa de Subastas.
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Roman Empire 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 example of Roman glass craftsmanship.
Material: Glass
Dimensions: 13.5 cm high
Weight: 40.27 g
Provenance: Acquired in France. Former French private collection assembled during the 1970s.
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.
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Roman Empire 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 example of Roman glass craftsmanship.
Material: Glass
Dimensions: 13.5 cm high
Weight: 40.27 g
Provenance: Acquired in France. Former French private collection assembled during the 1970s.
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.
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Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
1st to 3rd Century BC
Name of object
Unguentarium
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Glass
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
13 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
7.6 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
7.6 cm
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