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Identification and Creation

Object Number
1910.20.22
People
Emile Gilliéron or son, Swiss (1850 - 1924; 1885 - 1939)
Title
Reproduction of a Gold Mycenaean Bead
Classification
Jewelry
Work Type
jewelry
Date
19th-20th century
Period
Helladic period, Late
Culture
Mycenaean
Persistent Link
https://hvrd.art/o/59607

Physical Descriptions

Medium
Electrotype of gold original; intaglio
Technique
Electrotype
Dimensions
1.2 x 1.7 cm (1/2 x 11/16 in.)

Acquisition and Rights

Credit Line
Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of James Loeb
Accession Year
1910
Object Number
1910.20.22
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Contact
am_asianmediterranean@harvard.edu
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Descriptions

Description
Worn reproduction of gold showing two dueling warriors in intaglio. Much of the detail has been lost on the reproduction but the two figures and either a single shield divided into two compartments or two shields are discernable. One warrior appears to be wearing a crested helmet. The other warrior seems to have the upper hand and drives his sword into to his opponent's throat. This detail is clearer on the original, which was found in Grave Circle A at Mycenae. It was possibly part of a necklace originally.
Commentary
Schliemann believed this to represent Achilles slaying Hector.

Verification Level

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