Large Roman Pale Yellow Glass Jar

Object Description

A very fine large Ancient Roman jar blown from pale yellow-green glass. The vessel features a globular body with a dimpled base and a short, trumpet-shaped neck with an everted flared rim. The lower part of the body is decorated with two bands of small pinched projections. Areas of purple and pink iridescence are visible to the glass.

Date: Circa 3rd-4th Century AD

Object History

From a London, UK, collection, 1990s

Object Condition

Excellent condition. The piece is intact. Earthly encrustation and iridescence to the surface.

Object Details