Römisches Reich Glas Millefiori Bead - 1.5 cm

Ancient Roman mosaic glass multi-eye bead.
A particularly attractive and highly decorative ancient glass bead of rounded/globular form, distinguished by its rich red to coral-colored ground and numerous applied eye motifs distributed around the entire surface.
The multiple eye decorations display a striking polychrome combination of yellow/ochre, cream-white, blue-green and dark tones, with red centers harmonizing beautifully with the body of the bead. The large number of surviving eye motifs and their contrasting colors give this example a particularly lively and visually appealing appearance.
The bead is pierced through the center for suspension. Its irregular handmade form, surface texture and visible signs of age contribute to its distinctive ancient character. The decorative motifs remain extensively preserved and clearly visible around the bead. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.
Weight: 2.53 g
Material: Glass / mosaic glass
Form: Rounded / globular
Color: Red / coral ground with polychrome decoration
Decoration: Numerous applied eye motifs in yellow/ochre, cream-white, blue-green, dark and red tones
Period: Roman, 2nd–3rd century AD (as described in the original Catawiki sale from which this bead originates)