Ancient Roman, Empire Glass Large cylindrical anise-flavored bottle - 177 mm

Large cylindrical bottle with a neck ring in translucent blue-green glass. A stout cylindrical body, rounded shoulder and slightly conical wall, smooth curved base and absence of pontil marks. A very short cylindrical neck, flared mouth with a rounded lip and a collar formed by folding the parison downwards, then upwards. A large, curved ribboned handle with multiple ribs connecting the shoulder to the collar. On the body of the glass there are fine circular ground-incisions at several levels, with partial earthy deposits. These glasses were generally used for storing provisions. - Roman Empire, possibly eastern Mediterranean. - Dimensions: 177 x 183 x 183 mm - Dating: 1st – 2nd century A.D. - Provenance: Private collection of Düsseldorf, acquired in the 1970s–1980s. - Literature: Verres antiques et de l'Islam, Pg. 106, Fig. 274, - Condition: Good condition, cracks running along the body but stabilized, one restoration at the lip as well as a few tension fractures, otherwise complete. Shipping: Secure and insured delivery The piece includes: - A sales invoice. - An authenticity certificate. - An export license (for countries located outside the European Union). Obtaining export licenses issued by the Belgian Directorate of Cultural Heritage for non-EU countries may vary between 2 weeks and 2 months. Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot. The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are arranged.

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