Fragment of plaque or inlay
Fragment of plaque or inlay
Place of OriginEgypt (or Italy)
Date1st century BCE - 1st century CE
DimensionsMax L: 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm); Max W: 15/16 in. (2.4 cm)
MediumFused polychrome mosaic glass
ClassificationGlass
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1923.310
Not on View
DescriptionThis small glass fragment, made from two joined pieces, displays two bands of colorful floral patterns separated by white lines. One band shows lotus-like blossoms with red and white leaves; the other features white daisies with red centers, both on blue backgrounds. The surface is polished but shows signs of wear.
Third to first century BCE
Third to first century BCE
Third to first century BCE
1st century BCE - 1st century CE
Early Imperial Period, 1st - 4th century CE
1st century BCE - 1st century CE
1st century BCE - 1st century CE
1st century BCE - 1st century CE
1st century BCE - 1st century CE
Third to first century BCE
3rd to 1st century BCE
Hellenistic or Roman period, 4th century BCE - 1st century CE
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