Bag-Shaped Bowl on Base Ring
Bag-Shaped Bowl on Base Ring
Place of OriginRoman Empire
Date1st century CE
DimensionsH: 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm); Rim Diam: 3 9/16 in. (9.0 cm); Max Diam: 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm); Base Diam: 2 5/16 in. (5.9 cm)
MediumGlass; free blown and tooled.
ClassificationGlass
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1923.722
Not on View
DescriptionThis pale green glass bowl has a thickened, rounded rim and a rounded body that curves inward like a bag. The base is flat with a hollow ring around it. A scar and gouge are visible underneath. Weathering has affected the glass surface.
Probably 5th century
4th century CE
1st-2nd century CE (?)
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