{"product_id":"hellenistic-spindle-form-unguentarium-330-63-b-c","title":"Hellenistic Spindle-form Unguentarium, 330–63 B.C.","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare and intact spindle-form unguentarium — a slender terracotta vessel used throughout the Hellenistic world to hold perfumed oils, cosmetics, and unguents. Characterised by its elegant elongated form, everted rim, and tapering base, this piece is a fine example of everyday luxury from the ancient Greek world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to the Hellenistic period (330–63 B.C.), unguentaria of this type were produced across the Eastern Mediterranean and are frequently found in domestic and funerary contexts, reflecting the importance of perfumed oils in both daily life and ritual. The surface retains its original earthen patina with traces of mineral encrustation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a break near the bottom, as shown in photos and this has been repaired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented and housed in a bespoke plastic display case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions \u003c\/strong\u003e- in case 27cm x 8cm. Actual object 20cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acquired from a UK auction house, 2026. Previously held in a private collection formed prior to 1970.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hellenistic, 330–63 B.C.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terracotta\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unguentarium (perfume\/oil vessel)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55142190416210,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1120\/6829\/7042\/files\/image_a715c405-b74b-414b-8dd6-d6474ce059ff.png?v=1792438886","url":"https:\/\/theclassicalvault.com\/products\/hellenistic-spindle-form-unguentarium-330-63-b-c","provider":"The Classical Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}