A Roman Glass Beaker, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE Medium - Terracotta One of the intaglios showcases

One of the intaglios showcases a well-detailed depiction of Mercury

with beautiful overall deep blue-green patina and areas of encrustation

This synthesis can be seen in the naturalistic modeling of the face

The dance of resurrection is depicted on this tripod plate

the god is portrayed with his typical grotesque features

A Roman Glass Beaker, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE Medium - Terracotta One of the intaglios showcasesA charming yellow glass beaker with thick white, pink, and purple iridescence, featuring a teardrop shaped body with wide rounded base, indented neck, and a flaring rim. Medium: Glass Dimensions: Height: 2 inches (5 cm) Condition: One part of the rim rejoined, otherwise intact. Provenance: Private California collection, acquired in Israel in the 1960s.