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Glass lid

2nd–3rd century CE
Not on view
Colorless with greenish tinge.
Knocked-off, inverted lip; rounded edge; broad, concave top.
Intact; pinprick and large bubbles; patches of black enamel weathering and brilliant iridescence on inside; dulling and iridescence on exterior.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Glass lid
  • Period: Mid Imperial
  • Date: 2nd–3rd century CE
  • Culture: Roman, Cypriot
  • Medium: Glass; blown
  • Dimensions: 1/2 in. (1.3 cm)
    Diameter: 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm)
  • Classification: Glass
  • Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number: 74.51.234
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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