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© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
Ring with Intaglio with Standing Zeus
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Ring with Intaglio with Standing Zeus

AAT Object Form/Functionfigures (representations)
AAT Object Form/Functiongems (worked stones)
AAT Object Form/Functionrings (finger jewelry)
AAT Object Techniqueintaglios (sculptural objects)
CultureRoman
PeriodImperial
Date1st Century CE
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Michael J. Shubin
Dimensions1/2 x 1/16 in. (1.2 x 0.1 cm) Hoop internal diam: 1.7 cm Weight: 4.10 g
Object number2012.032.167
Label TextA nude Zeus stands holding a spear and a phiale. An eagle perches at his feet. Groundline. Mounted in a hollow gold ring.
Published ReferencesGorny and Mosch, Kunst der Antike, Auktion 128 (13. Dezember 2003), 50, lot 161.
ProvenanceEx coll. Michael Shubin (1950-2008), Montebello, California, purchased from Gorny & Mosch, Munich, Germany, December 13, 2003, lot 161.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art