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A work made of glass.

Cosmetic Applicator

4th-6th century

Ancient Mediterranean

Mediterranean Region

Initially affordable only among the wealthy, glass was used in ancient Rome to create tableware and containers for oils and perfume. This delicate applicator would have been just one object among the array of mirrors, combs, and palettes for mixing cosmetics, as well as bottles and other containers for products used to beautify prosperous Romans.

Glass

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium