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Roman Glass Unguentarium w/ Cobalt Hue

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Description

Roman, early Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE. A beautiful free-blown unguentarium formed from semi-translucent, cobalt-blue glass with a planar base, a globular body with a lightly indented neckline, a tubular neck, and a rolled rim. Scattered areas of faint silvery iridescence elegantly complement the vessel's deep aqua color. Lucite display stand for photography purposes only. Size: 2" in diameter x 2.625" H (5.1 cm x 6.7 cm)

Provenance: private Corpus Christi, Texas, USA estate collection, acquired 1960s to 1970s

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Condition

Collection label on base. Lower body repaired from multiple small pieces, with small losses and light adhesive residue along break lines. Faint silver iridescence and light earthen deposits throughout.

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Roman Glass Unguentarium w/ Cobalt Hue

Name: Roman Glass Unguentarium w/ Cobalt Hue
SKU: 108792104
Price: 395 USD
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