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Set of 4 Ancient Roman Glass Unguentaria, Provenance, Cleveland Box, 2nd–3rd c AThis product data sheet is originally written in English.
Set of four miniature ancient Roman glass unguentaria, core-formed technique, blue and white “trail” decoration. Dating: Hellenistic to Roman period, 2nd century BC – 3rd century AD. Heights from 5.5 to 6.1 cm. Very good archaeological condition for age: only minor age-related wear, one bottle with a crack at the neck (see photos), unrestored.
The lot comes in an early 20th-century collector’s box branded “The Cleveland Twist Drill Co., Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.A.” — a renowned American manufacturer of high-speed drill bits founded in 1876 and merged into Acme-Cleveland in 1968. This unusual industrial provenance suggests the set originally belonged to a collector or engineer associated with this company, adding unique historical context beyond typical antiquities.
Provenance: English gentleman’s collection, early 20th century, as confirmed by the industrial box and original packaging.
Comparable examples: British Museum (GR 1856,1226.1276); Timeline sales (sale 20/06/2023, lot 242).
Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.
Set of four miniature ancient Roman glass unguentaria, core-formed technique, blue and white “trail” decoration. Dating: Hellenistic to Roman period, 2nd century BC – 3rd century AD. Heights from 5.5 to 6.1 cm. Very good archaeological condition for age: only minor age-related wear, one bottle with a crack at the neck (see photos), unrestored. The lot comes in an early 20th-century collector’s box branded “The Cleveland Twist Drill Co., Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.A.” — a renowned American manufacturer of high-speed drill bits founded in 1876 and merged into Acme-Cleveland in 1968. This unusual industrial provenance suggests the set originally belonged to a collector or engineer associated with this company, adding unique historical context beyond typical antiquities. Please study the accompanyin Recommended products Provided by A rare antique ironstone cobalt jug,c.1825 View product Antique 19th C. German Black Forest Carved Oak Pied Piper of Hamelin Statue View product Fine 17th C. Flemish Baroque Carved Oak Panel Allegory of Faith German Antique View product Antique Victorian mahogany sarcophagus 2-section small tea caddy / jewellery box View product Antique Ridgways decorative cake stand, Devonshire pattern c. 1885 View product Antique Limoges Small Coffee Set, Ahrenfeldt & Asalvary, France, c. 1895 View product Antique Bow with Kakiemon Style ,Two Quail Pattern c. 1755 View product Caughley Shropshire Coffee Pot and Cover Temple Landscape Pattern c.1780–1795 View product
