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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

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