Core formed alabastron (cosmetic bottle), probably 6th–5th century BC

Opaque white glass, core-formed, applied and marvered violet thread

(H x Ø)9,6 × 3,3 cm

Place of originRódhos

Status

not on display

About the work“Alabastron” is the name given to an elongated perfume vessel with a flat mouth that enabled fragrance and anointing oils to be applied with a finger. Instead of a base, these vessels have eyelets that could be threaded with strings and hung up. White alabastra are rarer than those made of dark blue glass, which was easier to produce.

AccessionGift of Helmut Hentrich 1971

Provenance[...]; 1971 erworben durch Schenkung von Helmut Hentrich (Krefeld 17.6.1905 - 7.2.2001 Düsseldorf)

Inventory numberP 1971-63

Ancient roman

Contact

sammlung@kunstpalast.de

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