Ancient Roman Iridescent Glass Unguentarium, 8,2 cm -Belonging to Ifergan Museum with Spanish Import License-
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 430 - € 500
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Description from the seller
The body of the balsamarium is teardrop- or pear-shaped, with a flared base to maximise the volume of its contents. The elongated cylindrical neck facilitates controlled, drop-by-drop pouring. It ends in a flat, flared rim, designed to be sealed with a wax, cork or cloth stopper. Manufactured using the air-blown glass technique, a Roman technological revolution that enabled the mass production of these lightweight yet durable vessels.
These bottles were essential in everyday Roman life for holding perfumes, cosmetics and medicinal oils. It is very common to find them as grave goods in tombs, as they were placed alongside the deceased containing aromatic essences for the burial ritual.
Provenance: Auction House, Paris, Néret-Minet and Coutau-Bégarie, 10 December 1986; Acquired at the R. E. B. auction house, France, 2026
Statement seen by Catawiki. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
For buyers outside the European Union (EU) a Spanish export license is required. This will take several weeks to arrange.
Due to Switzerland customs regulations, this lot cannot be sold to customers residing in Switzerland
Seller's Story
Ifergan Gallery – Ancient Art is an antique art gallery located in Malaga, with more than 10 years of experience specializing in ancient art and archaeology. The pieces we offer come from the Ifergan Collection Museum, which guarantees their historical value and quality. Our goal is to bring authentic archaeological pieces to both collectors and those who wish to start collecting, offering original works for different budgets and always with the maximum guarantees. All our pieces have been legally acquired and are shipped with a certificate of authenticity and export permit issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, with fast and secure shipping via DHL Express.
The body of the balsamarium is teardrop- or pear-shaped, with a flared base to maximise the volume of its contents. The elongated cylindrical neck facilitates controlled, drop-by-drop pouring. It ends in a flat, flared rim, designed to be sealed with a wax, cork or cloth stopper. Manufactured using the air-blown glass technique, a Roman technological revolution that enabled the mass production of these lightweight yet durable vessels.
These bottles were essential in everyday Roman life for holding perfumes, cosmetics and medicinal oils. It is very common to find them as grave goods in tombs, as they were placed alongside the deceased containing aromatic essences for the burial ritual.
Provenance: Auction House, Paris, Néret-Minet and Coutau-Bégarie, 10 December 1986; Acquired at the R. E. B. auction house, France, 2026
Statement seen by Catawiki. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
For buyers outside the European Union (EU) a Spanish export license is required. This will take several weeks to arrange.
Due to Switzerland customs regulations, this lot cannot be sold to customers residing in Switzerland
Seller's Story
Ifergan Gallery – Ancient Art is an antique art gallery located in Malaga, with more than 10 years of experience specializing in ancient art and archaeology. The pieces we offer come from the Ifergan Collection Museum, which guarantees their historical value and quality. Our goal is to bring authentic archaeological pieces to both collectors and those who wish to start collecting, offering original works for different budgets and always with the maximum guarantees. All our pieces have been legally acquired and are shipped with a certificate of authenticity and export permit issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, with fast and secure shipping via DHL Express.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
Circa 2nd- 4th Century A.D
Name of object
Unguentarium, 8,2 cm -Belonging to Ifergan Museum with Spanish Import License-
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Iridescent Glass
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
1986
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.
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.
