Early Islamic Miniature Glass Bottle nephrite Accession number: 1948

Accession number: 1948

and these artistic traditions continued into the Cypro-Classical period

Although many examples in museum collections lack precise archaeological provenance

This remarkable artifact dates to the Ertebølle culture

Early Islamic Miniature Glass Bottle nephrite Accession number: 1948Nishapur, 9001100 AD, North East Iran A beautifully preserved mold formed and blown glass bottle, this exquisite piece showcases the refined artistry of early Islamic glassmakers. Crafted from semi translucent, pearl hued glass, it possesses an ethereal beauty accentuated by silvery and cream colored iridescence that has gracefully developed over centuries. The bottle features a flat base with a rough pontil scar, a circular body adorned with four