Roman Marbled Glass Amphora Bottle circa 1st to 3rd Century A.D.
SKU: ROMGLAS1
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A sublime example of Marbled Roman glass, made between the 1st to the 3rd century AD.
Showcasing Roman craftmanship, this glassware was designed to imitate the look of precious stones like marble and agate. Artisans achieved this effect by mixing coloured glass threads or patches into molten glass, then manipulating the mixture to create swirling patterns. The glass was made from a blend of silica, soda, and lime, with metal oxides added for various colours. The result was glassware that resembled expensive materials but was more affordable.
Common forms included drinking vessels, bottles, and decorative pieces. Today, marbled Roman glass is valued for its beauty and its role in understanding Roman trade and technology.
Note: Last images shows three vessels for scale (price for marble bottle only)
- Width: 6 cm (2.36″)
- Height: 15.5 cm (6.1″)
- Depth: 6 cm (2.36″)
