Fragment of Bowl
Fragment of Bowl
Place of OriginAncient Rome, probably Italy, most likely found at Rome
DateLate first century BCE to early first century CE
DimensionsMax L: 1 1/8 in. (4.0 cm); Max W: 1 3/4 in. (4.5 cm)
MediumPolychrome striped mosaic in quadripartite striped mosaic Polychrome striped mosaic in quadripartite form
ClassificationGlass
Credit LinePurchased with funds from the Libbey Endowment, Gift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1980.112
Not on View
DescriptionStriped quadripartite pattern formed from lengths of at least five different canes, each laid in pairs at right angles in each of four triangular quadrants. From the top to the bottom of the preserved quadrant, a wedge-shaped length of opaque yellow in a
DESCRIPTION Fragment of rim and side of broad, shallow bowl. Upright rim with rounded edge; convex curving side.
TECHNIQUE Assembled from lengths of cane and sagged; applied rim; rotary-polished on both surfaces.
Published ReferencesEarly Ancient Glass Catalog # 327.Late first century BCE to early first century CE
Late first century BCE to early first century CE
Late first century BCE to early first century CE
Late first century BCE to early first century CE
Late first century BCE to early first century CE
Late first century BCE to early first century CE
1st century BCE - 4th century CE
Late first century BCE to early first century CE
Late first century BCE to early first century CE
Late first century BCE to early first century CE
Late first century BCE to early first century CE
Late first century BCE to early first century CE
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