Ancient Roman Glass Cosmetic Flask with Applied Handles

GBP 450.00

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Object Description

A beautiful Roman cosmetic flask, possibly a kohl tube, in translucent turquoise glass. The vessel sits on a thick flattened base and features a long cylindrical body with slightly concave walls. The elegant neck leads up to a folded, everted rim. Two wavy ribbon handles, each featuring three loops, have been applied to either side. The vessel leans back slightly and displays a glass fold where the flask seemingly yielded under its own weight before the glass fully hardened. The base displays a pontil mark.

Date: Circa 4th Century AD

Object History

Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s

Object Condition

Fine condition. Two stable cracks to the rim. Earthly encrustations and some minor scratches to the surface.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:5.3 x H:9.7 x D:3.4 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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