Roman Glass Unguentaria minqi such vessels were commonly used

such vessels were commonly used to store oils

slight tarnishing

mostly oyster

These pieces were fired in dragon kilns (lung-yao) and produced in small-scale workshops

a hallmark of their distinct ceramic style

Roman Glass Unguentaria minqi such vessels were commonly usedThe Roman Empire, c. 100 200AD. This exquisite Roman glass bottle, known as an unguentaria (or unguentarium, balsamarium, and lacrimarium), was likely used for holding oils, perfumes, or other liquid and powdered substances. The bottle features a slender, elongated neck that flows into a bell shaped body, with a slight constriction at the necks junction to the flat base. The everted rim is delicately folded inward, and the bottle remains intact,