Roman Glass Amphoriskos w/ Two Handles
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Roman Empire, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. This diminutive translucent pale green glass vessel has an elongated teardrop-shaped body which is wider around the middle than either and thicker on the bottom. It also has a narrow neck, flared rim, and two applied trail handles. Silvery iridescence shows brightly on the body and neck. A vessel like this would have been used to hold precious liquids like oils and perfumes and was a treasured item in many Roman households. Size: 3.25" L x 1.625" W (8.3 cm x 4.1 cm).
Provenance: private New Jersey USA collection, acquired over twenty years ago
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#121366
Provenance: private New Jersey USA collection, acquired over twenty years ago
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#121366
Condition
Ancient loss to base, surface wear indicative of age, earthen deposits present, and iridescence throughout.
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Roman Glass Amphoriskos w/ Two Handles
Estimate $550 - $775
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