Roman Blue Glass Unguentarium

Object Description

A Roman blue blown glass unguentarium featuring a piriform, rounded triangular body. The vessel displays a very short neck with an out-splayed mouth and folded rim. The jar sits on a flattened concave base. It displays light iridescence throughout. There are some creamy and light earthy encrustations.

Date: 2nd-3rd century AD

Object History

From the collection of a London gentleman, bought in the 1970s and by descent.

Object Condition

Very fine condition, both iridescence and encrustation to the surface.

Object Details