10-12-201310-12-2013
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
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October 12, 2013 11:00 AMCalender
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Roman Glass Quatrefoil Balsamarium Vessel

Sell one like this
$330$275
Auction: Asian Works Of Art - 2678BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 12, 2013 11:00AM

Description:

Roman Glass Quatrefoil Balsamarium Vessel, probably 2nd century, conjoined, tapered tube form with flared mouth, pale green with iridescence to surface, with thin raised bands of glass molded around the middle and a meandering decorative handle above, lg. 4 7/8 in.
Estimate $600-800

the original handle might have been longer, minor chips to decorative bands


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Keywords

longer, minor chips