U2

Roman glass bird finial

£65

An unusual dark blue glass finial or stopper in the form of a bird seated on a sphere with trailed decoration. The surface is covered in extensive silver/grey iridescence.

Roman, circa 4th Century AD

Small chip from tip of beak

Size: 4.3 x 2 cms.

Ex. private collection, UK. Acquired 1950's-1970's.


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