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Roman Balsamarium Oil Flask with Handle. 2nd-3rd century AD. A nearly intact bronze vessel with globular body, flattened top once fitted with a bronze lid, circular section handle attached to the top with double vertical rings fixed on the edges.140 grams, 57mm (2 1/4"). From the collection of a gentleman (deceased); by descent to his family residing in London, circa 1990.This balsamarium would have contained oil used by the Romans after bathing. Handle attachments (ansae) are often found separated from the objects to which they were attached and could have been reused several times.
londres, Reino Unido
