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© Bruce M. White, 2021.
Intaglio with Dionysus and Ampelus (?)
© Bruce M. White, 2021.
© Bruce M. White, 2021.
© Bruce M. White, 2021.
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Intaglio with Dionysus and Ampelus (?)

CultureRoman
Date1st Century BCE-1st Century CE
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Michael J. Shubin
Dimensions9/16 x 7/16 x 3/16 in. (1.4 x 1.1 x 0.5 cm)
Object number2008.031.039
Label TextA youthful, semi-nude Dionysus stands to the right, carrying a ribboned thyrsus in his left hand. With his extended right hand, he pours wine from a two-handled cup (kantharos) onto the head and upstretched hand of the satyr Ampelus, who sits at his feet. Groundline.
ProvenanceEx coll. Michael Shubin (1950-2008), Montebello, California, acquired from Joel Malter (1931-2006) [Joel L. Malter & Co., Inc.], Los Angeles, California, June 3 or 8, 1996.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art
Technical Notes