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LOT 0794
Estimate
GBP (£) 400 - 600
EUR (€) 460 - 690
USD ($) 540 - 800
ROMAN IRIDESCENT GLASS FLASK WITH TRAILING
1ST CENTURY A.D.
4 in. (19 grams, 10 cm).
1ST CENTURY A.D.
4 in. (19 grams, 10 cm).
An iridescent glass unguentarium with spherical body, tubular neck with everted rolled rim; applied trails across the body.
PROVENANCE:
Ex Mayfair, London, UK, gallery, 1990s-2000s.
From an important collection of glass, the property of a London gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Whitehouse, D., Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.1, New York, 1997, item 268, 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.
