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ROMAN BLUE GLASS SINGLE-HANDLED FLASK
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3 1/4 in. (4 in.) (23.8 grams, 84 mm (64 grams total, 10 cm including stand)).
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3 1/4 in. (4 in.) (23.8 grams, 84 mm (64 grams total, 10 cm including stand)).
Conical flask with broad flat shoulder and tubular neck with rolled rim, two applied trail collars, strap handle, narrow foot; applied ribbed strap handle; mounted on a custom-made stand.
PROVENANCE:
From an important glass collection, London, UK, 1980-1990.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.12511-231897.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
LITERATURE:
See Whitehouse, D., Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.2, New York, 2001, item 631, for type.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
