Glass pendant in the shape of a Black African’s head

late 2nd–1st century BCE

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 171

Translucent deep purple, appearing black.

Solid, vertical pendant, with mold marks running up sides and top of head, and under his neck; suspension loop on top of head.

Shaped like the head of a Black African.

Large chip in back of head and most of suspension loop missing; slight dulling and weathering.

Female head with handle on top; brown.

Artwork Details

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References

Title: Glass pendant in the shape of a Black African’s head
Period: Hellenistic
Date: late 2nd–1st century BCE
Culture: Greek, Eastern Mediterranean
Medium: Glass
Dimensions: H.: 11/16 in. (1.7 cm)
Classification: Glass
Credit Line: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
Object Number: 17.194.426
Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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