Roman Aubergine Glass Flask

3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.

3 7/8 in. (43 grams, 99 mm).

Core-formed with a slightly dimpled base, deep shoulder and short neck, mouth with a flared rim and applied trail to give a stepped appearance.

Provenance

From a specialist collection of glass, acquired from dealerships during the 1990s.

Literature

Cf. British Museum reference number 899,1229.6, for a vessel of similar form.

CONDITION

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