Object Description
A handsome, ancient Roman glass pilgrim flask, finely blown in yellow coloured glass. The vessel features a spherical body, flattened on either side, sloping shoulders, a cylindrical neck and a folded rim. The base is flattened and features a large central pontil mark.
Distinct and beautiful weathering patterns have developed throughout the piece. There is a residue contained within the vessel body and neck. Stunning patches of rainbow iridescence are located on the rim and exterior. There are some darker textured patches of deterioration, but the majority of the glass remains translucent. Its yellow hue is likely due to the addition of lead within the composition.
Date: Circa 2nd- 3rd century AD