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Millefiori Bowl
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Mosaic glass, also called <em>millefiori</em>, was cast in a two-part mold. Fused glass rods of different colors were bundled together into patterns, then sliced into disk-shaped cross sections. These were placed within the mold and heated until fused. After cooling, the vessel’s surface was fire- or wheel-polished.
| Artist / Maker | Italy, Roman |
|---|---|
| Date | 1–100 CE |
| Culture / Origin | Italy, Roman |
| Medium | glass |
| Dimensions | Overall: 3.8 x 8.8 cm (1 1/2 x 3 7/16 in.); Diameter of foot: 4 cm (1 9/16 in.) |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Type | Glass |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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