Glass mosaic inlay

Roman

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Translucent cobalt blue ground; decoration in opaque white, turquoise blue, yellow, and red.
Square, slightly convex plaque, forming a cylindrical shape, with sharp edges at top and bottom.
Symmetrical motif of intricate design incorporating palmettes, scrolls, and swags.
Intact, but broken edges at both sides; upper side ground and polished with pitted surface bubbles; on underside, dulling and creamy weathering.

Glass mosaic inlay, Glass, Roman

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