ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art
Intaglio with Bust of Mercury
AAT Object Form/Functiongems (worked stones)
AAT Object Form/Functionbusts (general, figures)
AAT Object Techniqueintaglios (sculptural objects)
CultureRoman
Datelate 1st Century BCE
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Michael J. Shubin
Dimensions3/8 x 3/8 x 1/8 in. (1 x 1 x 0.3 cm)
Object number2008.031.026
Label TextBust of Mercury to right, wearing a winged petasos and chlamys pinned above the shoulder. He carries his caduceus over his shoulder.ProvenanceEx coll. Michael Shubin (1950-2008), Montebello, California.
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