Lot 4701
Sidonian Date Flask, with Vivid Iridescence. Roman Phoenicia, 1st to 2nd century AD. Cf. Newark, fig. 70. Also, Toledo, Roman Mold-blown Glass, nos. 84-107. The author notes that Phoenicia during the 1st century AD. was well regarded for both its glass products as well as its date palms. Perhaps Phoenician artisans were moved to combine their two noteworthies in these little vessels shaped like dates. Length: 3". Mold blown from deep amber-colored glass, the body of this flask resembles the shape of a large, wrinkled date. The neck is short, and slightly flared, while the rim is thick and inwardly folded. Modest repairs appear on the neck and mouth, with slight loss to the base. Most of bottle features a splendid thick, creme-gold iridescence which reflects pastel greens, violets and mauves. Elsewhere, richly colored deep greens, magentas, and blue-violets can be seen. Aside from the small chipping to the base, this is a choice example of this rare and popular type.
Estimated Value $350 - 500.
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