Object Description
An ancient Achaemenid, core-formed polychrome, opaque glass kohl bottle. It features a tapering, square-section body, with a slightly convex cylindrical base. The neck is round and short presenting a rolled rim decorated with alternating yellow, white and brown ropework design. There is a single small knob at each corner of the shoulder. The body is formed from a rich black-coloured glass, decorated with a white feathered pattern between horizontal bands of alternating yellow, brown and white glass. The item is accompanied by a custom-made display stand. The item presents an old collection label sticker, 12891YC, which is easily removable without compromising the object. One minor chip to the side and iridescence on the neck.
Date: 6th-4th century BC