An exhibited Roman Bell-Bodied Ungentarium ca. 2nd century CE
RG204
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Pale blue bell bodied unguentarium; wide rim folded up and flattened. Superb iridescence. Concave bas, a very fine piece.
Reference: Susan H. Auth "Ancient Glass at the Newark Museum from the Eugene Schaefer collection" (1976) Page 213, #417- 50.1690. and Hayes J., "Roman and Pre-Roman Glass in the Royal Ontario Museum" (1975) #262-265
Condition: The vessel is in excellent condition. There is rich iridescence throughout the inner and outer surfaces, along with accretions. No apparent sign of damage.
Dimensions: Height: 8 inches (20.5 cm)
Provenance: Forming part of the James Stephan collection, assembled in the middle east during the 1950's to early 1960's and then by descent. Exhibited: Workhouse Art Center, Virginia, Glass National 2016, October, 2016- January 2017.
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