Ancient Roman Glass Candlestick Unguentarium

GBP 500.00

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Object Description

An Ancient Roman very pale green, translucent unguentarium with deep weathering and dark iridescence to the surface. The vessel features a large conical body with sides curving out slightly and downward before folding into a concave base. To the top, the body tapers into a long cylindrical neck with a thick over-splayed rim. Some air bubbles remain on the vessel as part of the production process.

Date: 1st – 3rd Century AD

Object Condition

Very good condition. A small chip and hairline crack to the rim.

Object Details

  • material
  • dimensions
    W:10.6 x H:17.3 centimeters

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By appointment only.

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Dealer Location

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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