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SEAL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The seal is shaped like a truncated column, rectangular with the corners cut off. It is tapered at the top, and bulges outward in the center. It curves inward to meet the collar that forms the top of the foot. The pedestal foot is concave and rests on an octagonal block base. The malachite striations run digonally across the seal. It is uncut on the bottom.

Object name:
SEAL
Made from:
Malachite
Made in:
Russia
Date made:
19th c.
Size:
6 cm (2 3/8 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
21.218
Class:
HARDSTONE
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Gift of Madame Augusto Rosso, 1968