Lot 2783
Stylish Bronze Alabastron, from Persian Era Israel. Judaea, c. 6th - Early 5th century BC. This slim cosmetic vessel derived from earlier Egyptian prototypes in carved stone. The bottle with narrow conical body, the base truncated to forma small flat foot. The neck constricted with wide everted rim -- this slightly rounded to make an easy applicator for the oils or scented contents within (anologous to the roll-on applicators today). Tab handles on either side, with low projecting fins below. Within each handle, remains of links from the chain handle that was once attached. Item intact and pristine, with pleasing medium green patina. Height: 3-3/4", on custom plexiglass stand. Cf. Petrie, Stone Vases, for alabastra with similar handles: no. 955 (6th century BC.); no. 959 (begining of Persian occupation); and no. 962, for applicator top. A simple yet elegant artifact. Scarce this nice.
Estimated Value $700 - 900.
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