Glass double cosmetic flask (kohl tube)

Roman, Syrian

Not on view

Colorless with green tinge and purple streaks; handles in same color.

Thick, tubular rim folded out, over, and in; body comprising two tubes, side by side, made from a single inflated gather by pinching sides vertically to make diaphragm; narrow, flattened bottom with traces of pontil scar; two rod handles attached to side of body over diaphragm in large, claw pads, drawn up and trailed off on top of rim.

Intact; many pinprick and some elongated bubbles, blowing striations; dulling, pitting, brilliant iridescence, and creamy weathering on exterior, some encrustation and weathering on interior.

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