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Ancient Glass : Roman Glass Drinking Cup
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Roman Glass Drinking Cup - GF.0258
Origin: The Holy Land
Circa: 100
AD
to 300
AD
Dimensions:
2.4" (6.1cm) high
Collection: Classical Antiquities
Medium: Glass
£2,400.00
Location: UAE
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| Description |
Though the Roman artisan created a vessel of
utmost simplicity, the passage of time has added
a glowing peacock patina to enhance its
perfection. While we marvel at the fluid, graceful
lines that no doubt pleased the ancient owner,
we can also appreciate the radiant shimmer that
is the gift of the centuries. It is one of the unique
properties of glass that it gains beauty from the
passage of time, while most everything else
fades away. It is difficult to believe that the
ancient craftsman did not deliberately intend for
this vessel to achieve its present splendor in our
time. It seems too exquisite to be a mere
accident.
- (GF.0258)
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