Roman Millefiori Glass Fragment

GBP 400.00

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Object Description

A fine fragment of Roman millefiori glass, square in shape. The glass fragment features a deep amethyst base colour, which is almost opaque. Interspersed are flecks of white rods, surrounding several vibrant green floral arrangements. Blooming from a red centre, the green petals are incased in a yellow frame. Some of the floral arrangements have blurred and bled into each other and the background, creating a beautiful sense of flowing movement throughout the piece. The piece comes with a customised stand for display.

The measurements listed below includes the stand. The piece itself weighs 6.4g, and measures 3cm in length and 3cm in width.

Date: Circa 1st century BC – 1st century AD

Object History

Gallery Mikazuki prior 1984, property of a London gentleman

Object Condition

Fine fragment with some weathering on the jagged edges. The glass is slightly more opaque and rough on one side.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:2.5 x H:5.2 x D:4 centimeters

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By appointment only.

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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