Ancient Greece
The Walters' outstanding collection of ancient Greek art illustrates the history and culture of Greece from the Cycladic to the Hellenistic period (ca. 3rd millennium–1st century BC). It ranges from engraved gemstones to exceptionalvases and marble statues. Among the dazzling jewelry in the ancient treasury are the extraordinary Olbia bracelets, which are encrusted with multicolored gemstones.
The Walters' outstanding collection of ancient Greek art illustrates the history and culture of Greece from the Cycladic to the Hellenistic period (ca. 3rd millennium–1st century BC). It ranges from engraved gemstones to exceptionalvases and marble statues. Among the dazzling jewelry in the ancient treasury are the extraordinary Olbia bracelets, which are encrusted with multicolored gemstones.
Intaglio with an Athlete Set in a Ring
late 1st century BCE (Early Roman Imperial)
42.109
Intaglio with Athena Promachos Set in a Ring
1st-2nd century CE (Roman Imperial)
42.1135
Intaglio with a Canopic Jar Set in a Ring
Gem: 1st-2nd century CE; Ring: 17th century (Roman Imperial)
42.1159
