Fragment of mosaic glass
Fragment of mosaic glass
Place of OriginEgypt
Date1st century BCE - 1th century CE
DimensionsMax L: 1 3/4 in. (4.5 cm); Max W: 15/16 in. (2.4 cm)
MediumFused polychrome mosaic glass
ClassificationGlass
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1923.304
Not on View
DescriptionThis glass fragment shows a floral pattern made from colored canes set against a blue background. It includes symmetrical designs of vases with leaves and blossoms, and has been mounted on modern glass for support. The surface is partly polished and shows signs of age and repair.
1st century BCE - 1st century CE
1st century BCE - 1st century CE
3rd to 1st century BCE
3rd to 1st century BCE
1st century BCE - 1st century CE
Early Imperial Period, 1st century BCE - 3rd century CE
4th century BCE - 1st century CE
1st century BCE - 1th century CE
3rd to 1st century BCE
1st century BCE - 1st century CE
3rd to 1st century BCE
1st century BCE - 1st century CE
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