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Unknown Maker, Roman

Medusa Head Medallion

Description

Maker

Unknown Maker, Roman

Culture

Roman

Title

Medusa Head Medallion

Period

Imperial (Roman)

Year

1st century CE-2nd century CE

Medium

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

Materials

glass

Dimensions

Diameter: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 inches)

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of Mrs. Gustav Radeke

Object Number

06.037

Type

Projects & Publications

Publications

Exhibition History

Exhibition History

Ancient Greek and Roman Galleries
Sep 22, 2010

Label copy

Believed to have magical protective properties in ancient times, medallions were carried or worn as pendants to ward off evil. This medallion bears the head of the Gorgon Medusa, a mythical monster whose gaze turned men to stone. However, the Gorgon was considered by many, especially women, to be a guardian. This piece was cast by pushing molten glass into a hollow, carved mold.

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Tombstone

Unknown Maker, Roman
Medusa Head Medallion, 1st century CE-2nd century CE
Glass, cast
Diameter: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 inches)
Gift of Mrs. Gustav Radeke 06.037

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