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ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Sealing Depicting a Bust of Athena

AAT Object Form/Functionbusts (general, figures)
AAT Object Techniqueseals (marks)
CultureRoman
PeriodRoman
Date1st Century CE
MediumTerracotta
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. William K. Zewadski
Dimensions7/16 x 7/16 x 3/16 in. (1.1 x 1.1 x 0.5 cm)
Object number1996.005.034
Label TextAthena is a popular deity on the personal seals from Doliche, here shown in bust form wearing a plumed helmet.
Exhibition HistoryMaking an Impression: The Art and Craft of Ancient Engraved Gemstones, Michael C. Carlos Museum, August 27 - November 27, 2022
ProvenanceEx coll. William Knight Zewadski, United States, gift from Fortuna Galleries, New York, New York, 1991.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art