Cameo Fragments (Joining)
Manufacturer
Unknown
Date1st century A.D.
MediumFree blown glass
DimensionsOverall: 1 1/4 x 13/16 in. (3.2 x 2.1 cm)
ClassificationsGlass
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number85.10
Terms
- Medium Blue
- White
Collections
On View
On viewLabel TextRoman Cameo Fragment with Triton and Sea Nymph, 1st century A.D. Blown glass, cameo-carved Museum purchase 85.10 This fragment of cameo glass gives us a glimpse of the technique and subject matter used by Roman glassmakers. Cameo glass objects were first made between the late first century B.C. and the early first century A.D. in imitation of carved gem stones such as onyx or chalcedony. Few examples of ancient cameo glass survive today beyond fragments. One of the most famous cameo glass objects to survive in tact is the Portland Vase. Approved By: ERL
First century A.D.
Early 19th century