A Group of Three Roman Glass Bangles, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE Sculpture - Architectural acquired in the late 20th

acquired in the late 20th century

The scale and carving technique indicate that this element was once part of a larger narrative or decorative program

acquired 1950’s to early 2000’s

Hobart1992 Hogarth Gallery of Dreams

A Group of Three Roman Glass Bangles, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE Sculpture - Architectural acquired in the late 20thA visually appealing group of three ancient Roman glass bracelets, of varying hues and diameters. Each is formed from a rod of colored glass drawn and joined into a continuous loop. The group includes: two of dark cobalt blue glass, and one of a rich sea green. All exhibit iridescent weathering and mineral deposits, adding character and depth to the surfaces. These types of bangles were worn individually or stacked in multiples and were popular