Seal of Doge Michele Steno (reverse)
Unknown Artist
This opulent seal, an example of the splendor surrounding the ruler of Venice, was once attached to a charter issued in 1409. Seals were molded or embossed and attached to official documents as evidence of authenticity. This example is thought to be one of the finest Venetian seals to be preserved.
Credit: Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund
1400-1409
Repousé gold over a core of wax and resin
4.8 cm
1985.198.b
Image and text: The Cleveland Museum of Art, 2024
Where you'll find this
The Cleveland Museum of Art
Permanent collection