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Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: Roman Glass Vase, 100 CE - 300 CE

Roman Glass Vase, 100 CE - 300 CE

Glass
3.5 x 7.875
G.0058
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A long neck with an everted lip is supported by an ovoid body. Iridescent silver blends with a myriad of other radiant colors to produce a dazzling effect like a...
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A long neck with an everted lip is supported by an ovoid body. Iridescent silver blends with a myriad of other radiant colors to produce a dazzling effect like a spectrum of pure light molded into glass. Though colored glass had been produced for centuries, it was still regarded as a luxury item. This very lovely vessel would probably been owned by a wealthy family, perhaps used to hold precious ointments or perfume. Though the liquid is long vanished--the substance of this vessel, i.e. its rare beauty, is as vibrant today as it was hundreds of years ago.
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