Ancient Roman Glass Millefiori Bead - 1.5 cm
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Description from the seller
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)
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)
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
2nd–3rd century AD
Name of object
Millefiori Bead
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2017
Material
Glass
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
1.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
2016
Width
1.5 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
Depth
1.3 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
