Glass flask

4th–5th century CE

Not on view

Translucent pale blue green.
Fine rim folded over and in; funnel-shaped mouth; cylindrical neck, expanding slightly downwards; globular body; slightly concave bottom.
Intact; a few bubbles; slight dulling and patches of limy encrustation on exterior, soil encrustation, weathering, and iridescence on interior.

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Title: Glass flask
Period: Late Imperial
Date: 4th–5th century CE
Culture: Roman
Medium: Glass; blown
Dimensions: H.: 7 in. (17.8 cm)
Classification: Glass
Credit Line: Edward C. Moore Collection, Bequest of Edward C. Moore, 1891
Object Number: 91.1.1288
Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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