Lot 2049
Phoenician, ca. 5th-4th century BC Core-Formed Glass Amphoriskos. Cobalt blue glass body with opaque yellow and turquoise threads spiraling around the body. Constricted base widens to conical body, rounded shoulder, narrow, cylindrical neck, and slightly flaring rim. Applied twin handles stretch from the base of the rim to the shoulder. With some chipping and repairs apparent, this remains a beautiful example of one of the earliest glass-making techniques. Height: 3 5/8".
Cf. Corning Museum of Glass, No. 50.1.3. Estimate Value $500 - 700
Ex Living Torah Museum collection.
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| Realized $480 |
