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A Small Late Roman Period Flask
Minerva Antiques Ltd
for sale €761     $826
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A Small Late Roman Period Flask

Pre 16th century
Description

A small late Roman period flask of squat rotund form with ringed neck and twin handles. Remnants of surface glaze with crackle and iridescence. Wear to rim and glazed surface. 14cms tall and 11cms diameter.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Minerva Antiques Ltd has dated this Late Roman Ceramic Flask to a period before the 16th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA873735
Dealers Internal Reference
10861
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Description
A small late Roman period flask of squat rotund form with ringed neck and twin handles. Remnants of surface glaze with crackle and iridescence. Wear to rim and glazed surface. 14cms tall and 11cms diameter.
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Minerva Antiques Ltd has dated this Late Roman Ceramic Flask to a period before the 16th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA873735
Dealers Internal Ref
10861
Minerva Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Minerva Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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A small late Roman ceramic flask with twin looped handles, a rounded earthenware body, and a weathered yellowish-brown glaze.
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Archive I A small late Roman ceramic flask with twin looped handles, a rounded earthenware body, and a weathered yellowish-brown glaze.

A Small Late Roman Period Flask

Archive II A small late Roman ceramic flask with twin looped handles, a rounded earthenware body, and a weathered yellowish-brown glaze. View II
Archive III A small late Roman ceramic flask with twin looped handles, a rounded earthenware body, and a weathered yellowish-brown glaze. View III
Archive IV A small late Roman ceramic flask with twin looped handles, a rounded earthenware body, and a weathered yellowish-brown glaze. View IV
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Minerva Antiques Ltd
Telephone 0208 691 2221
Location
90 Royal Hill
Greenwich
London
SE10 8RT
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/minerva
Verified Since Jan 2011
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Minerva Antiques Ltd
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A small late Roman ceramic flask with twin looped handles, a rounded earthenware body, and a weathered yellowish-brown glaze.
A small late Roman period flask
Ref: SA873735
A small late Roman ceramic flask with twin looped handles, a rounded earthenware body, and a weathered yellowish-brown glaze.
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FAQs

A Late Roman pottery flask is a ceramic vessel produced during the final centuries of the Roman Empire, typically designed to hold liquids such as oil, perfume, or wine.

These vessels were created using terracotta or local earthenware clay thrown on a potters wheel. They were often finished with mineral slips or lead-based glazes and fired in wood-burning kilns.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of natural surface weathering, soil encrustation, and mineral iridescence caused by long-term burial. Potting irregularities and historical firing marks are also consistent indicators.

Small antique vessels are commonly displayed on open bookshelves, sideboards, or within glass display cabinets to introduce historical texture alongside contemporary decor.

Ceramic antiquities should be kept in a stable indoor environment away from moisture and direct heat. Cleaning should be limited to gentle dry brushing, avoiding water or chemical agents that can damage fragile glazes.
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