Glass beaker

Unknown

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

Uncertain, probably colorless with pale blue green tinge. Thickened, rounded, vertical rim with slight inner lip; straight sides expanding downwards, then turned in at sharp angle to uneven bottom with shallow kick at center. Intact; pinprick bubbles and blowing striations; dulling, pitting, and brilliant iridescence, with whitish weathering on bottom of 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