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Medallion with molded complex figured scene

Place of OriginEgypt or Italy
DateProbably 1st-2nd century CE
DimensionsL: 2 7/8 in. (7.1 cm); W: 2 1/8 in. (5.3 cm)
MediumMold-pressed and cut monochrome glass.
ClassificationGlass
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1923.1521
Not on View
DescriptionMythological scene. Nude bearded man standing on bank of river, two pairs of horses, and canopy above head. Two female genii and two amorii in the upper part of the medallion.
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