Glass bowl

Unknown

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

Colorless with pale blue green tinge Vertical, rounded, and thickened rim; vertical sides to body, then curving in to applied base ring; slightly uneven, flat base with central pontil scar and kick on interior. Broken and repaired, part of rim and upper side missing, and one hole in lower body; pinprick bubbles and blowing striations; pitting, dulling, and iridescent weathering covering entire surfaces.

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