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.
Pair of Earrings with Cow Heads
5th century BCE (Late Archaic-Classical)
VO.69 (57.589, 57.590)
On view
Pegasos Ornament from a Chariot
first half 5th century BCE (Archaic-Classical)
54.882
On view
Intaglio with the Head of an African
5th century BCE (Late Archaic-Classical)
42.160
On view
One of Odysseus' Men Transformed Into a Pig
5th century BCE (Archaic-Classical)
54.1483
On view
Athena
Original: 5th century BCE; Copy: 1st century BCE-3rd century CE (Roman Imperial)
54.965
Athena
Original: 5th century BCE; Copy: 1st century BCE-3rd century CE (Roman Imperial)
54.920
