Lot 4749
A Pair of Small, Colorful Balsam Jars. Roman, 2nd to 3rd century AD. Cf. Newark 517. Heights: 1-5/8"; 2-1/2". A pair of vessels, both of which are basically similar in shape. In light yellow glass, the smallest has a turned out mouth, a short neck, and a broad, flattish piriform body. The larger piece, in pale green glass, has a wide funnel mouth, a sharply ovoid (almost discoid) body, and a deeply indented base. Both are intact and perfect, with some light cleanable dirt. With pleasing silvery to creme iridescence, including pastel greens and rose.
Estimated Value $200 - 400.
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| Realized $345 |
