Roman Honey-Coloured Glass Amphora

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

7 1/8 in. (7 7/8 in.) (97 grams, 18 cm (220 grams total, 20 cm including stand)).

With broad rounded shoulder tapering to a conical foot, cylindrical neck and everted mouth with rolled rim, applied trail handles and collar; tip restored; supplied with a display stand.

Provenance

Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.

This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12108-217865.

Literature

Cf. Lightfoot, C.S., Ancient Glass in the National Museums of Scotland, Edinburgh, 2007, item 307, for type.

CONDITION

VETTING:

TimeLine Auctions follows a 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.

LOT 0160