Roman Large Glass Bottle

Description

Eastern Mediterranean, ca. 2nd - 3rd century CE. Light yellow-green, blown glass, large pattern molded bottle, having a tapered bulbous body with light pattern molded vertical ripping, long slightly tapered cylindrical neck with a outwardly folded tapered lip.. 7.75”H x 4”W (19.7 x 10.2cm).

Provenance: Ex. Toronto Canada private collection, Ancient Resource auction 24, #257, September 28, 2013.

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Item #71484

Condition

Scattered areas of iridescent surface patina. Intact.

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Roman Large Glass Bottle

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Estimate $1,500-$2,250Jun 12, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT

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