Roman Green Glass Double Unguentarium

**First Time At Auction**

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. A gorgeous free-blown double unguentarium, formed from an emerald-green glass, comprised of two tubes conjoined at the base, each with a tubular body and a flared rim. An applied trail handle conjoins the rim and body of one tube, though the second handle is sadly missing. Areas of faint rainbow-hued iridescence provide a lovely complementarity to the overall appearance of the vessel. Vessels like these are generally found in tombs and would have held scented oils, perfumes, or even two colors of kohl eye makeup. Size: 4.25" H (10.8 cm).

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Dr. Q. Chess collection, New York, New York, USA

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#129696
Condition Report: One handle missing as shown. Age-commensurate surface wear, a couple of stable hairline fissures near area of missing handle and rim, and small chips and pitting holes. Nice earthen deposits and mineral deposits throughout. Lovely areas of faint rainbow iridescence.