As the Roman Empire progressed and expanded, glass production evolved dramatically, becoming one of the Empire’s leading commercial industries. The vitriarii, glassmakers, had been introduced to the glassblowing method which was used to expand their repertoire of shapes and designs significantly. As a consequence, Roman glass was then used as a great trading commodity across the whole of the known world. Glassblowing allowed different shapes and designs to be forged, the walls were able to become thinner creating a more translucent appearance. Different coloured glass was created by adding different metals during the process.
Roman Translucent Glass Bowl with Etched and Grooved Decoration
£ 550.00
An extremely fine translucent Roman glass bowl with a rounded base. The vessel is hemispherical in profile with seven wheel-cut dimples at the base forming a flower motif. A band of alternating horizontal and vertical faceted cut strokes further decorate the surface of the bowl below the middle of the vessel. The bowl has been repaired in multiple places with cracks still visible. The vessel is supplied with the display stand.
Provenance: Mayfair, London, UK, gallery, 2000s. Ex Surrey, UK, gentleman.
Condition: Fine condition. Multiple repairs across the body. Cracks are visible throughout.
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| Weight | 235 g |
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| Dimensions | W 9.1 cm |
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