Roman Blue Cast Cotton Reel Glass Unguentarium

Object Description

A fine small ancient Roman unguentarium cast from translucent blue glass in the shape of a cotton reel. The vessel features a slightly domed body which sits upon a flat base. The shoulders taper in to a cylindrical neck leading to an everted, folded rim. Beautiful iridescence covers part of the body.

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Date: Circa 2nd-3rd century AD

Object History

Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.

Object Condition

Fine condition. Beautiful iridescence and earthly encrustations along with some minor abrasions to the surface. Hairline cracks to the bottom.

Object Details