Glass double cosmetic flask (kohl tube)

Roman, Syrian

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Translucent blue green; handles in same color.

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; pontil mark on thick, flattened bottom; two rod handles attached to side of body over diaphragm in large, claw pads, drawn up and out, turned in, and trailed off on top of rim.

Intact; pinprick bubbles; dulling, pitting, iridescence, and blackish weathering on exterior, some encrustation and brilliant weathering on interior.

Glass double cosmetic flask (kohl tube), Glass, Roman, Syrian

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