Fascinating world of ancient #glass ! A small-scale but colourful mosaic glass inlay depicting an Ibis. This inlay, originating from a workshop in Roman-era Egypt, was discovered in Tawern, near Trier, Germany.
The ibis was considered a sacred animal of Thoth, the Egyptian deity associated with wisdom, writing, and the moon.
Mosaic glass inlays were used to decorate caskets and furniture.
1st century BC / 1st century AD
On display at Rheinische Landesmuseum Trier.
📷️ me
