The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
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LOT 156:
Roman Marbled Glass Vessel
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Start price:
£
540
Estimated price :
$600 - $800
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Roman Marbled Glass Vessel
1st century BC-1st century AD
A slender alabastron of marbled polychrome glass, with conical base and tapering body; mounted on a custom-made stand. 163 grams total, 17.5cm including stand (6 3/4"). Fine condition, chipped.
Provenance
Property of a London gentleman; acquired London art market, 1970-1980.
Literature
Cf. Lightfoot, C.S. Ancient Glass in National Museums Scotland, Edinburgh, 2007, item 27 for type.
