Lot 2228
Two Attractive Smaller Jars. Roman, c. 2nd-4th century AD. Earliest a small funnel-mouth jar, with ovoid body. Of fairly thick pale green glass, the rim folded over and inward to form the robust funnel mouth. This with excellent, durable iridescence throughout. Areas of a silver copperish color compete with zones of cooler violets and blue greens. The second item, also robustly made, is a small beaker, or perhaps a lamp. This in a colorful, slightly olive-tinged yellow glass -- absolutely pristine, with glossy surfaces. Heights: 1-7/8"; 2-1/4". Although small, these are truly excellent pieces. Lot of 2.
Estimated Value $400 - 500.
Cf. Newak 517 for first. Said to have been acquired in Istanbul in 1970.
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