Ancient Roman, Empire Glass – One-Handled Bottle / Jug with Applied Glass Trails – c. 3rd–4th Century AD - 24 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 1,000 - € 1,300
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Ancient Roman glass one-handled bottle/jug with applied glass trails and a separately applied loop handle, c. 3rd–4th century AD, height ~24 cm, pale greenish transparent glass, provenancePrivate collection, Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany, original/official and in good condition with age-related wear and mineral deposits.
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Roman Glass – One-Handled Bottle / Jug with Applied Glass Trails – c. 3rd–4th Century AD
Ancient Roman glass vessel in the form of a slender one-handled bottle or jug, probably dating to the 3rd–4th century AD.
The vessel is made of pale greenish transparent glass and has a tall, almost cylindrical body with rounded shoulders, a narrow neck and a characteristic funnel-shaped flaring rim.
A particularly attractive feature is the decoration around the neck, consisting of several applied glass trails. The slender loop handle was separately applied, connecting the neck to the shoulder. The lower attachment of the handle has a distinct moulded decorative termination.
The glass contains numerous small air bubbles and displays extensive age-related surface alteration. Large areas are covered with whitish-beige mineral deposits and areas of iridescent weathering, which have intentionally been left untouched.
The base shows a clearly visible pontil mark, resulting from the traditional free-blown glassmaking process.
Considering its age, the vessel is remarkably complete. The rim and handle are preserved. Age-related weathering, mineral deposits, surface wear and irregularities are present and clearly documented in the photographs.
Culture: Roman
Dating: c. 3rd–4th century AD
Object: One-handled bottle / jug
Material: Glass
Technique: Free-blown glass with applied handle and glass trails
Height: approx. 24 cm
Rim diameter: approx. 5 cm
Weight: approx. 480 g
Provenance: Private collection, Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
The photographs form an integral part of the condition description.
The object will be carefully and securely packed for shipment and sent with tracking.
Roman Glass – One-Handled Bottle / Jug with Applied Glass Trails – c. 3rd–4th Century AD
Ancient Roman glass vessel in the form of a slender one-handled bottle or jug, probably dating to the 3rd–4th century AD.
The vessel is made of pale greenish transparent glass and has a tall, almost cylindrical body with rounded shoulders, a narrow neck and a characteristic funnel-shaped flaring rim.
A particularly attractive feature is the decoration around the neck, consisting of several applied glass trails. The slender loop handle was separately applied, connecting the neck to the shoulder. The lower attachment of the handle has a distinct moulded decorative termination.
The glass contains numerous small air bubbles and displays extensive age-related surface alteration. Large areas are covered with whitish-beige mineral deposits and areas of iridescent weathering, which have intentionally been left untouched.
The base shows a clearly visible pontil mark, resulting from the traditional free-blown glassmaking process.
Considering its age, the vessel is remarkably complete. The rim and handle are preserved. Age-related weathering, mineral deposits, surface wear and irregularities are present and clearly documented in the photographs.
Culture: Roman
Dating: c. 3rd–4th century AD
Object: One-handled bottle / jug
Material: Glass
Technique: Free-blown glass with applied handle and glass trails
Height: approx. 24 cm
Rim diameter: approx. 5 cm
Weight: approx. 480 g
Provenance: Private collection, Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
The photographs form an integral part of the condition description.
The object will be carefully and securely packed for shipment and sent with tracking.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
3rd–4th Century AD
Name of object
Glass – One-Handled Bottle / Jug with Applied Glass Trails – c. 3rd–4th Century AD
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
24 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1975
Width
65 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
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.
