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Intaglio with Bearded "Philosopher" Seated upon Omphalos and Holding Skull
Image courtesy Emory Libraries Digitization
Image courtesy Emory Libraries Digitization
Image courtesy Emory Libraries Digitization
ClassificationsAsian Art

Intaglio with Bearded "Philosopher" Seated upon Omphalos and Holding Skull

Possible OriginAfghanistan, Asia
CultureKushan
PeriodKushan
Dateca. 1st-3rd Century CE
MediumGarnet
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Michael J. Shubin
DimensionsMaximum: 7/16 × 5/16 × 1/8 in., 0.46 g (1.1 × 0.8 × 0.3 cm)
Object number2012.032.042
ProvenanceEx coll. Michael Shubin (1950-2008), Montebello, California, acquired April 6, 1987.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Asian Art