AN AMBER MOLDED GLASS JUGLET, EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN, 1ST–3RD CENTURY AD

A small hand-blown amber-brown glass jug of squat rectangular form, with a broad, slightly rounded body, tall cylindrical neck and wide, everted rim. The vessel is fitted with a slender applied handle and displays pronounced vertical and swirling toolmarks, numerous air bubbles and areas of darker brown and golden translucency, giving the surface a richly variegated appearance. The heavy, irregularly finished base retains traces of natural glassmaking imperfection Height: 11,5 cm.

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