Main Menu

Medallion Cameo Glass

Skip to main content
Collections Menu

Medallion Cameo Glass

Place of OriginRoman Empire
Date1st century CE
DimensionsL: 1 3/4 in. (4.3 cm); W: 1 3/8 in. (3.3 cm)
MediumCameo glass.
ClassificationGlass
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1923.1504
Not on View
DescriptionThis oval cameo medallion features the head of a bearded man in profile, facing left. The image is rendered in opaque white glass against a manganese purple background. The relief carving highlights the facial hair and contours of the figure’s head.

Membership

Become a TMA member today

Support TMA

Help support the TMA mission