7th C. Islamic Glass Vase - Jet Black
Early Islamic, ca. 7th to 10th century CE. A stunning glass vessel, free-blown and presenting an elegant piriform body leading to a short, gently flared tubular neck followed by a broad, flat rim - all upon a slightly dimpled base with a lovely pontil scar. Simple yet elegant, boasting dramatic jet black hues and an attractive luster. Size: 4.75" H (12.1 cm)
Provenance: ex-Stephen Shalom, collection, New York City, New York, USA, 1970s, purchased in Israel
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
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#139634
Condition Report: Broken pontil mark on underside indicating that this piece was free-blown. Areas of weathering film and earthen deposits.
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Early Islamic, ca. 7th to 10th century CE. A stunning glass vessel, free-blown and presenting an elegant piriform body leading to a short, gently flared tubular neck followed by a broad, flat rim - all upon a slightly dimpled base with a lovely pontil scar. Simple yet elegant, boasting dramatic jet black hues and an attractive luster. Size: 4.75" H (12.1 cm)
Provenance: ex-Stephen Shalom, collection, New York City, New York, USA, 1970s, purchased in Israel
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#139634
Condition Report: Broken pontil mark on underside indicating that this piece was free-blown. Areas of weathering film and earthen deposits.