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**First Time At Auction**

Roman Empire, Imperial Period, Roman Holy Land, ca. 3rd to 4th century CE. A tall and stout carved alabaster vessel, known as an alabastron, with a round but stable base with a slight indentation, a cylindrical body which gently tapers to a narrow neck, a rolled rim, and a wide mouth. Vessels like this were used for storing cosmetics or other scented oils, and would have been a common sight in the typical Roman household. Size: 2.375" W x 6.25" H (6 cm x 15.9 cm).

Provenance: Whisnant Gallery, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, acquired over twenty years ago

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Condition

Surface wear commensurate with age, minor nicks and chips to body, minor losses to rim and neck spout, with chalky mineral deposits throughout.

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Roman Holy Land Alabastron

Name: Roman Holy Land Alabastron
SKU: 56059274
Price: 400 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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Starting Price $200

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