Roman Glass Cosmetic Kohl Flask

GBP 495.00

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Object Description

A fine Ancient Roman cosmetic container blown from pale green glass. The vessel features a slender flaring body which stands on an indented and flattened base. The slender neck flares outwards to a folded rim. A single linear tool-mark can be seen to the inside. Two handles have been applied to the cylindrical body, then drawn up and pressed onto the everted rim. Another flattened handle has also been applied, joining the side handles at the rim. The vessel is covered in a mottled iridescence.

Date: Circa 4th Century AD

Object Condition

Very good condition. Some iridescence and encrustation consistent with age.

Object Details

  • material
  • dimensions
    W:6.1 x H:12.3 centimeters

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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