Their depiction on this plate underscores the cultural emphasis on health
was discovered accidentally in 1975 northwest of Niamey
often serving as headdresses for the deceased
Bujora Cultural Centre - Kisesa
Roman Glass Unguentaria mambilapeople Their depiction on this plateThe Roman Empire, c. 100 200AD. This exquisite Roman glass bottle, known as an unguentaria (also called unguentarium, balsamarium, or lacrimarium), was likely used for storing oils, lotions, or other liquids and powders. The bottle features a narrow, long neck, a bell shaped body, a constricted neck at the junction of its flat base, and an everted rim with an in folded lip. Its excellent, intact condition highlights a form that was widely used across