Ancient Roman Aubergine Glass Jug

GBP 1,750.00

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Object Description

A very fine ancient Roman jug blown from dark aubergine glass. The vessel features a cylindrical body decorated with vertical ribbing, sat upon a flat base. The shoulders taper into a smooth cylindrical neck with a wide slightly ellipsoid mouth. A single handle has been drawn and tooled and applied from the rim to the shoulder. Beautiful multi-colour iridescence is visible across the body.

Please check measurements provided.

Date: Circa 4th-5th century AD

Object History

Ex J.L collection, Surrey. Previously ex S.M. collection, London, 1970-2010

Object Condition

Excellent condition. Beautiful iridescence to the surface. A small chip to the rim that probably resulted from an air bubble in the glass

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:4.5 x H:9.9 x D:3.7 centimeters

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By appointment only.

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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