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© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
Intaglio with Victory Erecting a Trophy
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Intaglio with Victory Erecting a Trophy

AAT Object Form/Functionfigures (representations)
AAT Object Form/Functiongems (worked stones)
AAT Object Techniqueintaglios (sculptural objects)
Place FoundIsrael, Asia
CultureRoman
PeriodImperial
Datemid 1st-2nd Century CE
MediumMicrocrystalline Chalcedony var. sardonyx
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Michael J. Shubin
Dimensions7/16 x 1/8 x 9/16 in. (1.1 x 0.3 x 1.4 cm)
Object number2012.032.240
Label TextA winged Victory faces left, erecting a military trophy constructed of cuirass and helmet, with two diagonal spears and a pair of palm branches. A shield rests at the base. Groundline.
ProvenanceEx coll. Michael Shubin (1950-2008), Montebello, California, purchased from Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas, December 5, 1995.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art