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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

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