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Glass horn-shaped vessel

4th–early 5th century CE
Not on view
Translucent light yellow green.
Slightly inverted, uneven, and thickened rim, rounded in the flame; elongated tubular body with slightly convex side, turned at base to one side and continuing as a long, slender tube; hollow spout with flaring mouth and rounded, uneven rim at end.
Intact; a few elongated bubbles; patches of dulling and iridescent weathering.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Glass horn-shaped vessel
  • Period: Late Imperial or Early Byzantine
  • Date: 4th–early 5th century CE
  • Culture: Roman
  • Medium: Glass; blown
  • Dimensions: Overall: 8 5/16 x 13 5/16in. (21.1 x 33.8cm)
  • Classification: Glass
  • Credit Line: Museum Accession
  • Object Number: X.21.195
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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