Glass beaker

Unknown

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

Colorless with pale blue green tinge. Thickened, rounded, vertical rim; slightly convex vertical sides, then turned in to flattish bottom. Intact; pinprick and a few larger bubbles and blowing striations; dulling, pitting, and brilliant iridescence, with limy encrustation and creamy weathering on 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