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Unguentarium (cosmetic bottle)

Unguentarium (cosmetic bottle)

1st-2nd century
Intact unguentarium of yellow-brown glass. The neck is relatively short and cylindrical, flaring at the mouth. The body is piriform and flat on the bottom.
Period
Roman period
Date
1st-2nd century
Culture
Roman
Medium
Amber glass
Museum
Harvard Art Museums
Accession Number
2012.1.84
Image Source
harvard
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