Glass cup

Unknown

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

Uncertain, probably colorless with pale blue green tinge. Knocked-off, uneven rim; slightly bulging collar below rim; sides expanding downward, then angled in to join bottom with uneven pushed-in center. A single wheel-abraded horizontal line around neck below collar and a band of faint lines on body above angle. Intact; many pinprick bubbles; dulling, deep pitting, and brilliant iridescent weathering on exterior; thick creamy weathering on interior. Stands aslant on base.

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