Lot 2052
Roman Judaea, Early 1st Century AD., Attractive Ribbed, Cast Bowl in Aqua Colored Glass. A rather thick-walled bowl, made by casting rather than blowing, featuring an exterior with "fire polish" and an interior that is finished by lapidary techniques. A less common type, with short ribs only along the upper exterior wall. Tondo ornamented by three incised concentric circles. Intact and absolutely free of typical cracks. Some slight, cleanable dirt, with pleasing transparent iridescence in fine greens, blues, and violets. Width: 6 1/8".
Cf. Harden, "Glass of the Caesars," no. 26, in aubergine glass; Sammlung Oppenlander, nos. 255, 256. Estimate Value $600 - 1,200
Ex Goldberg's Manuscript and Collectibles Sale of April 15, 2006, lot 913; Ex June 1986, Superior Galleries Sale of the bankrupt assets of the International Diamond Corporation. The ancient Roman glass was acquired thru Rafi Brown in the early 1980's.
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