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© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
gems (worked stones)
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

gems (worked stones)

AAT Object Form/Functionheads (representations)
AAT Object Form/Functiongems (worked stones)
AAT Object Techniquecameos (sculptures)
CultureRoman
PeriodImperial
Date2nd century CE
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Michael J. Shubin
Dimensions5/8 x 5/8 x 5/16 in. (1.6 x 1.6 x 0.8 cm)
Object number2012.032.181
Label TextFacing head of Medusa, turned slightly to her right. A pair of wings in her hair and snakes tied beneath her chin.
Published ReferencesBonhams Knightsbridge, Fine Antiquities (12th December 1995), 35, 37, lot 204.
ProvenanceEx coll. Michael Shubin (1950-2008), Montebello, California, purchased from Bonhams, London, December 12, 1995, lot 204.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art