Glass beaker

Unknown

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

Translucent light green with yellowish tinge. Rounded, thickened rim, folded inwards; body with almost straight sides tapering downwards; integral, tubular base ring; slight kick in bottom with traces of large circular pontil mark. Intact; many pinprick bubbles; dulling, pitting, and iridescent weathering on exterior; thick patches of soil encrustation and 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