Mosaic glass inlay fragment

Roman

Not on view

Translucent deep purple, appearing black, and opaque white.
Fragment of thick, flat block.
Pattern of concentric wavy lines in white on purple ground.
Many bubbles; deep pitting, brilliant iridescence, and patches of thick creamy weathering on all surfaces.
Probably used as decoration in wall or ceiling revetment.

Mosaic glass inlay fragment, Glass, Roman

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Mosaic glass inlay fragment, Glass, Roman
Mosaic glass inlay fragment, Glass, Roman
Mosaic glass inlay fragment, Glass, Roman
Mosaic glass inlay fragment, Glass, Roman

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