Ancient Roman - Glass aryballos with chevron decoration - Roman art, 3rd/4th century - Intact
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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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This intact ancient Roman glass aryballos, dating from the 3rd–4th century AD, has a spherical body decorated with raised chevrons and measures 8.3 cm high.
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Roman glass aryballos with raised chevron decoration
Dropper flask with a spherical, blown-moulded body, adorned with a fine raised chevron pattern, topped by a cylindrical neck constricted at the base and ending in a wide, flat rim; inside, at the base of the neck, a dropper device formed by folding the glass inward within the neck.
Yellow-green glass with strong iridescence.
Beautiful reflections in varied hues; vessel in perfect condition.
Glass was precious in Roman times and was used mainly for perfumes and decoration.
The flask is covered with a strongly iridescent layer displaying multicoloured reflections, formed as a result of the oxidation of the glass. In places, it has taken the form of an iridescent crust.
Mediterranean Basin, Roman Period, 3rd / 4th century.
Height 8.3 cm - diameter 6.1 cm - Perfect condition
Provenance: France, H.V.H. gallery.
Previously: French collection of a collector of Roman glass, acquired on the European art market.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; the provenance statement has been reviewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorised to sell / export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural Goods Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of its status if this takes more than a few days.
All items sold by the seller are shipped with insurance covering the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateRoman glass aryballos with raised chevron decoration
Dropper flask with a spherical, blown-moulded body, adorned with a fine raised chevron pattern, topped by a cylindrical neck constricted at the base and ending in a wide, flat rim; inside, at the base of the neck, a dropper device formed by folding the glass inward within the neck.
Yellow-green glass with strong iridescence.
Beautiful reflections in varied hues; vessel in perfect condition.
Glass was precious in Roman times and was used mainly for perfumes and decoration.
The flask is covered with a strongly iridescent layer displaying multicoloured reflections, formed as a result of the oxidation of the glass. In places, it has taken the form of an iridescent crust.
Mediterranean Basin, Roman Period, 3rd / 4th century.
Height 8.3 cm - diameter 6.1 cm - Perfect condition
Provenance: France, H.V.H. gallery.
Previously: French collection of a collector of Roman glass, acquired on the European art market.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; the provenance statement has been reviewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorised to sell / export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural Goods Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of its status if this takes more than a few days.
All items sold by the seller are shipped with insurance covering the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
3ème / 4ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Glass aryballos with chevron decoration - Roman art, 3rd/4th century - Intact
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
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.
