A Roman Glass Bottle, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 2nd century CE

Indulge in the splendor of this exquisite dark yellow-hued blown glass bottle. Its smoothly curved body is adorned with intricate vertical ribbed swirls, evoking a sense of opulence and luxury. The wide neck gracefully tapers into a funnel-like mouth, finished with a delicate colored rim. Medium: Glass Dimensions: Height: 3 5/8 inches (9.2 cm) Condition: Overall scattered surface deposits, the vessel is intact and in excellent condition overall. Early collection label affixed around the neck. A beautiful example. Provenance: Estate of Peter H. Tillou, CT, acquired 1990’s and then by descent.