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© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
Intaglio with Athena Parthenos
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Intaglio with Athena Parthenos

AAT Object Techniqueintaglios (sculptural objects)
AAT Object Form/Functiongems (worked stones)
AAT Object Form/Functionfigures (representations)
Place FoundSyria, Asia
CultureRoman
PeriodTrajanic
Dateca. 100 CE
MediumMicrocrystalline Chalcedony var. sardonyx
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Michael J. Shubin
Dimensions1/2 x 3/8 x 1/8 in. (1.3 x 1 x 0.3 cm)
Object number2012.032.177
Label TextAthena stands facing right, wearing a peplos, aegis and crested helmet. In her left hand, a diminutive Nike extends a victory wreath. A shield and spear stands behind. Groundline.
ProvenanceEx coll. Michael Shubin (1950-2008), Montebello, California, acquired June (?) 3, 2006.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art