1st C. Roman Paste Glass Head of a Bearded Male
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Roman, Imperial Period, Eastern Mediterranean, ca. 1st to 4th century CE. A fine paste glass head of a male boasting a rich shade of cobalt blue and Classical features such as wide eyes, a broad nose, a thick moustache, and a short beard. Created by pressing glass into an open mold, the vibrant blue hue of this example was likely intended to mimic the color of rare and valuable lapis lazuli. Size: 1.3" L x 0.8" W (3.3 cm x 2 cm)
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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#177835
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#177835
Condition
Expected surface wear as shown, but otherwise intact and excellent with nice remaining detail and light earthen deposits in areas.
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1st C. Roman Paste Glass Head of a Bearded Male
Estimate $500 - $750
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PhD. Art History, Director, Fine & Visual Arts
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