Cylindrical Stamp Item Number: 39.123.27 from the Brooklyn Museum

Description

Large, cylindrical stamp with hollow interior and deeply incised geometrical design of a snarling snake-like creature (illustrated on the right). Used for transferring designs. Condition: good; a few small losses.

Credit Line

Ella C. Woodward Memorial Fund

Item History

  • Made between 1000 and 1500

What

Name
Cylindrical Stamp
Identification Number
39.123.27
Type of Item
stamp
Material
ceramic
Overall
length 3.25 in, width 1.75 in, height 1.75 in

Where

Holding Institution
Brooklyn Museum

When

Creation Date
between 1000 and 1500

Other

Location
Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Classification
Tool