Intaglio

Roman

Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Title: Intaglio
Culture: Roman
Medium: Heliotrope
Dimensions: Other: 1/2 x 3/8 x 1/8 in. (1.3 x 1 x 0.3 cm)
Classification: Gems
Credit Line: Bequest of W. Gedney Beatty, 1941
Object Number: 41.160.941
Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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