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LOT 0682
Roman Glass Unguentarium
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
4 3/4 in. (24.6 grams, 12 cm).
With plano-convex body (damaged) and dimple base, tall slender neck, folded rim; iridescent surface. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
Cf. Whitehouse, D., Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.1, New York, 1997, item 259.
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