Bowl, Glass, Roman
Production date
4th Century CE
Country
Italy
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Object detail
Description
A small. squat, rounded bowl. Composed from almost colorless pale olive green glass, this bowl is of heavy manufacture with no foot or neck. The rim flares, and has been slightly turned out and rounded. There is no iridescence.
Classification
ARCHAEOLOGY Roman
Production date
4th Century CE
Production place
Measurements
H48mm x W77mm x D77mm
Media/Materials description
Glass
History and use
Glassmaking has evolved through the centuries. Techniques have included inflating glass using a blowpipe (blown), using open moulds (casting), and covering a core with glass (core formed). Artists began to experiment with colour, design, patterns and inlays, which were added for special embellishment. Sometimes small imperfections are present - handles are not always level, the body may contain air bubbles, yet these lend uniqueness and charm to each item. Glass was often a luxury item.
Registration number
E40207
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