Lot #36 Magnificent Egypto-Roman Short Strip Mosaic Glass Bowl ca. Late Century B.C. to 1st Century B.C., A Museum Quality Piece

Description:

Magnificent Egypto-Roman Short Strip Mosaic Glass Bowl ca. Late Century B.C. to 1st Century B.C., A Museum Quality Piece. Outstanding and extremely rare example of early glass, short sections of five translucent inlays: umber, cobalt blue, green, white and black with a cane of black and white glass in a ribbed design forming a consistent upright rim. Complete with no visible signs of repair. A rare opportunity to acquire a truly incredible piece of ancient glass worthy of the most elite collections. 1½ x 3¼"

Reference: "Early Glass of the Ancient World" The Ernest Wolf Collection #86, #125. and the Victoria and Albert Museum. Estimated Value $7,500 - 15,000
From the collection of Nancy and Earl Keefer.

Categories: Antiquities