Blue Glass Collection

A large translucent green glass pillar-moulded bowl, 1st century AD (glass)
1764792 A large translucent green glass pillar-moulded bowl, 1st century AD (glass); 19.5 diameter cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A large translucent green glass pillar-moulded bowl)

Touristic Items, Istanbul, Turkey

Landscape window depicting a river meandering from a distant mountain range at dusk
3431737 Landscape window depicting a river meandering from a distant mountain range at dusk, with cypress, lilies, poppies and irises

Burial Urn
LLM455065 Burial Urn by Sellier, P. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Burial Urn. Blue glass with bas relief of white enamel found at Pompeii)

Destiny, 1900 (oil on canvas)
THA15395 Destiny, 1900 (oil on canvas) by Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917); 67.5x53.75 cm; Towneley Hall Art Gallery and Museum, Burnley

Quatrefoil Brooch, Frankish, second half 6th century. Creator: Unknown
Quatrefoil Brooch, Frankish, second half 6th century

New-born Buddha 400s China Northern Wei dynasty
The New-born Buddha, 400s. China, Northern Wei dynasty (386-534). Gilt bronze with inlays of blue glass and turquoise; overall: 19.4 cm (7 5/8 in.); diameter of base: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.); base

Peddler Goblet 1800s Italy Venice Murano 19th century
The Peddler Goblet, 1800s. Italy, Venice (Murano), 19th century. Green and blue glass, enameled and gilded; diameter of mouth: 21.5 x 11.4 cm (8 7/16 x 4 1/2 in.); diameter of base: 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)

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"Exploring the Enchanting Blue Glass Treasures of Istanbul, Turkey" Immerse yourself in the captivating world as you embark on a touristic journey through Istanbul, Turkey. From ancient artifacts to exquisite artworks, this vibrant hue will mesmerize your senses and transport you to another time. Gaze upon a landscape window depicting a river meandering from a distant mountain range at dusk. The serene beauty captured within this piece evokes a sense of tranquility and awe-inspiring nature. Discover the secrets held within a burial urn, an artifact that speaks volumes about destiny. Dating back to 1900, this oil on canvas masterpiece unveils stories of lives lived and journeys completed. Marvel at the intricate details of a canopic jar with a lid in the shape of a royal woman's head from ancient Egypt. Crafted between 1349-36 B. C. , it serves as an eternal tribute to those who once ruled these lands. Admire the craftsmanship behind a quatrefoil brooch from Frankish origins during the second half of the 6th century. Its delicate design showcases skilled artistry that has stood the test of time. Witness the birth of enlightenment through a new-born Buddha statue from China's Northern Wei dynasty in the 400s. This precious relic represents hope and spiritual awakening for generations past and present. Raise your goblet adorned with Venetian Murano blue glass, transporting you back to Italy's enchanting streets during the 19th century. Feel like an esteemed peddler as you savor every sip while imagining tales whispered among its elegant curves. Lastly, encounter history firsthand with Roman funerary urns discovered amidst Pompeii's ruins. One such urn labeled C015/6078 stands as evidence that even after centuries have passed since their creation, these vessels continue to captivate our imagination. In Istanbul's treasure trove lies an array wonders, each with its own story to tell.