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LOT 0915
Roman Blue Glass Vessel with Iridescence
1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 1/2 in. (30 grams, 63 mm).
Miniature glass jar with bulbous body, dimple base, short neck and flaring rim. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Louis-Gabriel Bellon (c.1819-1899), France.
Private collection, Europe.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
Cf. Auth, H., Ancient Glass at the Newark Museum, Newark, 1976, p.221 (no.462), for similar.
FootnotesGlobular jars such as this one have been found in many later 1st-early 2nd century contexts in Britain, central and Northern France, and the Netherlands.
Louis-Gabriel Bellon was a prominent French collector of antiquities in the 19th century, renowned for his discerning taste and extensive knowledge of ancient art. His collection, which included Greek, Roman, and Egyptian artifacts, was widely regarded as one of the most significant of its time. Bellon's dedication to the study and preservation of antiquities contributed to the broader understanding of ancient cultures during his era. Pieces from his collection remain highly sought after, reflecting his exceptional eye for quality and historical significance.
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