Glass flask

Unknown

2nd–3rd century CE · Glass · Greek and Roman Art

Small flask Colorless with pale yellow green tinge. Rim folded out, over, and in; broad, flaring mouth; cylindrical neck expandign downward to join imperceptibly with squat bulbous body; pushed-in bottom with central kick. Intact, except for crack and smal hole in side of neck; many bubbles, some very large; dulling and iridescent weathering on exterior, patches of soil encrustation and creamy brown weathering on interior.

Artist

Unknown

Date

2nd–3rd century CE

Medium

Glass

Culture

Roman

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76