2nd-3rd century AD. A sheet silver piriform vase with discoid base, carinated shoulder, tall neck and flared rim with small pouring lip; parcel-gilt band of grapevine ornament with pointillé borders, similar band to the shoulder with profile putti. See Carducci, C. Gold and Silver Treasures of Ancient Italy, London, 1969 for discussion. 155 grams, 14cm (5 1/2"). From a private collection formed in North America; acquired on the US art market in the early 1990s. [A video of this item is available to view on TimeLine Auctions website.] Fine condition.