Viggen Posted August 21, 2003 Report Share Posted August 21, 2003 The origin of one of the British Museum's greatest Roman treasures has been thrown into confusion after a scholar claimed it was actually made in the 16th Century. Dr Jerome Eisenberg, one of the world's leading authorities on ancient art, is "convinced" that the Portland Vase was made during the Renaissance. The vase is described by the museum as "the most famous cameo-glass vessel from antiquity" and was a widely accepted to have been made circa 30-20 BC. A museum expert said the vase was still believed to be Roman because of the techniques used to make it. more at the BBC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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