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Ancient Glass : Roman Glass Jug With Strap Handle
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Roman Glass Jug With Strap Handle - GF.0202
Origin: Israel (Bethany)
Circa: 100
AD
to 300
AD
Dimensions:
9" (22.9cm) high
x 4" (10.2cm) wide
Collection: Roman
Medium: Glass
$4,800.00
Location: United States
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| Description |
At the height of the Roman Empire, this
magnificent vessel perhaps held rare
oils or precious attars, some substance
worthy of the container. Though the
Romans perfected its manufacture, glass
was still considered a luxury item until
modern times. A large piece like this
was treated as a work of art. Its
present beauty, elusive as a dream,
derives from the blending of elegant
shape, delicate color, and rarity. While
many great empires have come and gone
since it was new, this superb vessel has
survived the ages intact. Its graceful
charm transcends time: we share our
pleasure with people who lived centuries
ago.
- (GF.0202)
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