Jewelry made entirely of glass, such as this bracelet, held wide appeal in Roman society because of its potential to imitate more precious materials. The adaptability of glass offered an affordable alternative to the expensive items favored by the aristocracy, enabling less affluent Romans to follow imperial tastes.
- Datálva 350–500 CE
- Jogok: CC0
Terms
Culture
Syria, Roman
Medium
glass
Genre
Glass
Department
Greek and Roman Art