Bowl
Manufacturer
Unknown
CultureRoman Empire
Date1st century - 2nd century
MediumBlown glass
DimensionsOverall: 2 in. (5.1 cm)
Overall, Rim: 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm)
Overall, Rim: 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm)
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.6819
Not on view
DescriptionBowl of blown clear greenish tinted glass with hot applications. It has a flaring rim with a pair of 1.5" long rigaree handles on opposite sides of the rim and collared foot. .75" down from rim there is a thick "doughnut" of glass which protrudes inside and outside. Overall, much decay and iridescence. Rare.Label TextRoman Empire Bowl, 1st-2nd century A.D. Blown glass with hot applications Gift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr. 71.6819 Published ReferencesFern P. Prosnitz. "Weller Sicardo: A Legacy of Lusterware," _The Journal of the American Art Pottery Association_. Vol. 17, no. 4. 07/2001:pp. 10-15.
CA. 1880
Unknown
late 19th - early 20th c
Second half 17th century
Unknown