ROMAN DOUBLE CHAMBERED GLASS BALSAMARIUM

GBP 600.00

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Object Description

Ca. 1st-2nd Century AD

A Roman double chambered balsamarium of yellow-green coloured glass. The balsamarium consists of two phials with wide columnar bodies and thick, flaring rims that curve in slightly at the middle. The balsamarium boasts elegant rigaree type handles and scattered areas of silvery iridescent patina across its surface.

Size: H:114.3mm / W:60.3mm

Object History

Collection of Rabbi Herbert Friedman, NYC. Collected in the 1960’s in Israel. Thence, to family by descent.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:6.03 x H:11.43 centimeters

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