Description:

Late Roman Empire, ca. 2nd-3rd century CE. Mold-blown glass vessel with ribbed bulbous body on concave base with attenuated neck and everted rim. Golden greenish hues with areas of silver and rainbow iridescence. The invention of the "blowing pipe" technique opened up many possibilities in ancient glass-making in that glass could be shaped by hand. Under the reign of the First Emperor August, 27 BCE - 14 CE, glass-making became an important industry in the Roman Empire. Size: Just under 3"H. Provenance: Ex-private East Coast collection. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. #101939

  • Condition: Repair to wall, bit of mud on interior. Otherwise good condition.

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