Roman Glass Lentoid Flask figurine Only in the 20th century

Only in the 20th century

Its design reflects the profound cultural changes brought by the Muslim conquest in the 7th century AD

this effigy vessel not only showcases the ingenuity of Colima pottery but also provides a window into the beliefs and practices of a vibrant ancient civilization

Accession Number: 62

Chimú vessels often depicted animals

Roman Glass Lentoid Flask figurine Only in the 20th centuryLate Roman Empire, c. 100300 AD A beautiful and exceptionally well preserved Roman lentoid flask, free blown in translucent pale greenish blue glass. The vessel is formed with a flattened spherical body leading to a gently tapering cylindrical neck, terminating in a neatly tooled and lightly flared rim. Tiny air bubbles, trapped within the glass during the blowing process, bear witness to its ancient manufacture, while the small flattened base retains