Ancient Roman Glass Unguentarium – Perfume Bottle - Intact with Beautiful Iridescence – 1st–3rd Century AD - 9.2 cm (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 280 - € 350
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This intact Ancient Roman glass unguentarium, or perfume bottle, dates to the 1st–3rd century AD, measures 9.2 cm high and has beautiful natural iridescence.
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Beautiful ancient Roman glass Unguentarium, dating to approximately the 1st–3rd century AD.
This elegant perfume or oil flask is made of delicate, translucent blue-green glass and features a slender, elongated neck, a gently widening teardrop-shaped body and a finely formed, outward-flaring rim.
The vessel is a fine example of Roman free-blown glassmaking. Unguentaria of this type were used to store precious perfumes, scented oils, cosmetics and medicinal preparations.
Particularly attractive is the beautiful natural iridescence that has developed on parts of the glass surface over the centuries. Subtle rainbow-like reflections in shades of violet, green and gold contrast with the original turquoise-blue glass. Areas of ancient surface weathering and mineral deposits further enhance its authentic archaeological appearance.
A remarkable feature of this example is its excellent state of preservation. The vessel is completely intact, including the exceptionally delicate and thinly formed mouth and rim, which have survived without damage.
Considering the fragility of ancient glass, the preservation of such a fine rim is particularly noteworthy.
Object Details
Culture: Ancient Roman
Date: Approximately 1st–3rd century AD
Material: Free-blown glass
Type: Unguentarium / Perfume or Oil Flask
Colour: Translucent blue-green / turquoise
Height: 9.2 cm
Maximum diameter: approx. 2.2 cm
Origin: Roman Empire, exact region unknown
Condition
Excellent condition for its age. Completely intact, without cracks, chips, breaks or repairs. Even the exceptionally thin and delicate flared rim is perfectly preserved.
Beautiful natural iridescence, ancient surface weathering and mineral deposits are present, consistent with the age of the object.
This Unguentarium was acquired by the present owner in 2004 from a private collection in Munich, Germany, and has demonstrably remained in his possession since that time.
The seller guarantees that this lot was legally acquired and that he is entitled to sell the object.
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Beautiful ancient Roman glass Unguentarium, dating to approximately the 1st–3rd century AD.
This elegant perfume or oil flask is made of delicate, translucent blue-green glass and features a slender, elongated neck, a gently widening teardrop-shaped body and a finely formed, outward-flaring rim.
The vessel is a fine example of Roman free-blown glassmaking. Unguentaria of this type were used to store precious perfumes, scented oils, cosmetics and medicinal preparations.
Particularly attractive is the beautiful natural iridescence that has developed on parts of the glass surface over the centuries. Subtle rainbow-like reflections in shades of violet, green and gold contrast with the original turquoise-blue glass. Areas of ancient surface weathering and mineral deposits further enhance its authentic archaeological appearance.
A remarkable feature of this example is its excellent state of preservation. The vessel is completely intact, including the exceptionally delicate and thinly formed mouth and rim, which have survived without damage.
Considering the fragility of ancient glass, the preservation of such a fine rim is particularly noteworthy.
Object Details
Culture: Ancient Roman
Date: Approximately 1st–3rd century AD
Material: Free-blown glass
Type: Unguentarium / Perfume or Oil Flask
Colour: Translucent blue-green / turquoise
Height: 9.2 cm
Maximum diameter: approx. 2.2 cm
Origin: Roman Empire, exact region unknown
Condition
Excellent condition for its age. Completely intact, without cracks, chips, breaks or repairs. Even the exceptionally thin and delicate flared rim is perfectly preserved.
Beautiful natural iridescence, ancient surface weathering and mineral deposits are present, consistent with the age of the object.
This Unguentarium was acquired by the present owner in 2004 from a private collection in Munich, Germany, and has demonstrably remained in his possession since that time.
The seller guarantees that this lot was legally acquired and that he is entitled to sell the object.
Shipping:
Insured DHL parcel shipping within the European Union.
Shipping is only possible within the EU. Please take this into account before placing a bid.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
1. - 3. AD
Name of object
Unguentarium – Perfume Bottle - Intact with Beautiful Iridescence – 1st–3rd Century AD
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2003
Material
Glass
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Very good +
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
9.2 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Width
2.2 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
Depth
2.2 cm
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.
