Glass bowl

Unknown

3rd–4th century CE · Glass · Greek and Roman Art

Translucent pale green with blue tinge Rounded, vertical rim; collar below curving in to projecting horizontal rib; below sides curving in to bottom with kick and pontil scar at center. Intact, except for one very small chip in rim; pinprick bubbles and blowing striations; dulling, some pitting, and patches of iridescent weathering on exterior; some creamy brown weathering on interior.

Artist

Unknown

Date

3rd–4th century CE

Medium

Glass

Culture

Roman

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76