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LOT 0822
Estimate
GBP (£) 150 - 200
EUR (€) 170 - 230
USD ($) 200 - 270
ROMAN GREEN GLASS VESSEL
4TH-5TH CENTURY A.D.
4 1/4 in. (48 grams, 11 cm).
4TH-5TH CENTURY A.D.
4 1/4 in. (48 grams, 11 cm).
Transparent pale green with bulbous body, rounded lip, flared neck and concave base.
PROVENANCE:
Ex London, UK, collection, 1980-1990s.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Whitehouse, D., Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.2, New York, 1997, item 623, for similar.
FOOTNOTES:
The small bottle can be associated with the Isings form 104b. There are some parallels from graves at Beit Ras, Jordan and Samaria-Sebaste. Some models of the type have faint ribs.
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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.
