This beautiful ‘network’ mosaic glᴀss bowl looks so modern, yet it’s about 2,250 years old!

Made using an innovative Hellenistic technique in which thin threads of twisted glᴀss were spiralled over a convex mould.

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This beautiful ‘network’ mosaic glᴀss bowl looks so modern, yet it’s about 2,250 years old!

Made using an innovative Hellenistic technique in which thin threads of twisted glᴀss were spiralled over a convex mould.

Picture of Gold Mosaic Glᴀss Bowl  with Gold Color Chips Set/2 | 6"Dx2.5"H |  Item No. 66103

A wonderful example of the skill of ancient glᴀssmakers

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