Cleveland Museum of Art

Bracelet

Date

350–500 CE

Medium

glass

Culture

Syria, Roman

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Institution

Cleveland Museum of Art

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. The design on this bracelet was made by pressing a mold against the glass while it was still hot.

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