This vibrant glass bead, modestly sized at 1.1 by 1 cm, is a relic of the Roman Period, showcasing the era’s glasswork expertise. The bead features a mosaic of multicolored patterns, with prominent reds and subtle blues framed by the bead’s darkened matrix, resembling the colorful mosaics that adorned the floors of Roman villas. The craftsmanship reflects an advanced knowledge of glass melting and color mixing techniques, evidencing the importance of glass in Roman culture not only for practical purposes but also as an expression of beauty and status. Such beads were often strung into necklaces or used as decorative inlays, their bright colors adding to the opulence of Roman fashion.

Length: 1.1 cm
Width: 1 cm

Provenance:
Originating from a discovery in a private estate near Alexandria in the 1920s.
Entered the S. Kostas collection, a noted Greek historian and collector, in 1940.

Keywords:
Roman Glass, Mosaic Bead, Multicolored Pattern, Ancient Glasswork, Roman Mosaics, Glass Melting, Color Mixing, Cultural Artifact, Roman Villas, Decorative Inlay, Glass Bead Necklace, Roman Fashion, Opulent Accessory, Archaeological Find, Glass Craft, Antiquity, Collectible Bead, Art Historical Piece, Glass Artistry, Historical Elegance.

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