Description:

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 3rd to 4th century CE. A large free-blown translucent glass cup with intricate etched decorations around the exterior walls. The vessel sits on a petite flattened base and rises with tall walls and a fire polished rim. The etched patterns are comprised of concentric rings, encircling ovals, diamonds, and vertical pillar-like lines. This cup boasts rainbow iridescence on a large portion of the interior and exterior, adding to its beautiful form. Translucent glass was highly desirable for Romans, because of the wonder that transparent yet solid objects held. Size: 4" W x 4" H (10.2 cm x 10.2 cm)

Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection; ex-Martin Wunsch collection, New York, USA, acquired in the 1980s

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#157487

  • Condition: Rim repaired with one piece reattached. Multiple stable fissures radiating from base to rim. Nicks, abrasions, and surface wear commensurate with age. Areas of stunning rainbow iridescence.

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