Glass indented flask

Unknown

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

Translucent pale blue green. Partly tubular, rounded rim; flaring mouth; neck expanding downward; broad, sloping shoulder; side of body tapering downward and with six elongated indents; round, pushed-in bottom. Intact; pinprick bubbles and blowing striations; creamy weathering and iridescence.

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