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# Authentic Large Ancient Alabaster Alabastron (Perfume Vessel)
## Documented Provenance: Ex-TimeLine sales Ltd. (Jan 23, 2011) — Vetting No. 12
### Item Overview
Up for sale is an exceptionally large, authentic ancient alabastron (cosmetic/perfume flask) hand-carved from a single block of beautifully banded calcite alabaster. This elegant vessel features an elongated cylindrical body tapering gracefully toward a footed base, flanked by small carved lug handles that were traditionally used to thread a carrying cord.
### Confirmed Provenance & History
This museum-quality piece comes with highly desirable, verifiable sale house pedigree. It was legally acquired and vetted through the premier UK antiquities firm TimeLine sales Ltd. during their January 23, 2011 sale. The piece retains its physical vetting inventory tracking code on the bottom, marked with the number "12" from the sale house processing. This solid document history ensures full compliance with ’s artifact policies and offers absolute peace of mind regarding its authenticity.
### Specifications
* Object Type: Alabastron (Perfume/Scented Oil Flask)
* Material: Natural Banded Calcite Alabaster / Egyptian Alabaster
* Height: 8 3/4 Inches (Substantial cabinet-sized display piece)
* Culture/Period: Ancient Mediterranean (Typically Late Period Egypt to Classical Greek/Cypriot, c. 6th–4th Century BCE)
* Features: Original hand-turned tool marking remnants, carved side handles, footed base structure, and beautiful honey-orange/cream translucent natural mineral veining.
### Condition Report
Superb antiquarian state for a stone vessel of this size. The body is completely intact with no structural breaks or repairs. Beautiful natural mineral weathering, minor superficial surface scaling, and earthen deposits consistent with ancient burial. The base retains its sale house vetting label "12". Please review all high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the description.
### Shipping & Handling
This delicate artifact will be meticulously double-boxed and packed with premium shock-absorbent cushioning to ensure safe transit. Fully insured shipping with adult signature tracking required upon delivery.
