Roman Light Blue Glass Perfume Bottle

Object Description

A very fine, small Ancient Roman glass bottle made from pale blue glass. The vessel features a globular body slightly flattened at both ends with a convex base. The body extends into a cylindrical neck with a beveled, folded rim. A pearlescent, multi-coloured iridescence covers the exterior and interior of the vessel. A beautiful example of Roman glass craftsmanship.

Date: 1st–2nd century AD

Object Condition

Very fine condition. The bottle is intact and stands securely on its own. Couple of minor hairline cracks to the body of the bottle. Some earthly encrustation to the surface.

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