Ancient Roman Ochre Glass Lentoid Flask

Object Description

An ancient Roman lentoid flask, finely blown from ochre translucent glass. The vessel features a flat, lentoid body with a concave base. The shoulders taper in to cylindrical neck leading to a conical mouth with a folded rim. Beautiful iridescence and encrustation cover the surface.

Date: Circa 4th Century AD

Object History

Ex Abelita family collection, acquired 1980-2015.

Object Condition

Excellent condition, Striates and air pockets, formed by trapped air during the manufacturing process, are visible to the surface. Minor chip to neck.

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