Bertolami Fine Art - Riversdell Close 27, KT16 9JW Chertsey
Auction 86 - Glyptics and Ancient Jewelry sessione unica
Wednesday 9 December 2020 hours 14:00 (UTC +01:00)
A roman heliotrope intaglio. Allegorical emblema.
A roman heliotrope intaglio. Allegorical emblema.
2nd century A.D.
9 x 11 x 2 mm
In the center, a basket (kalathos) containing two ears of corn and a poppy flower. On the sides, according to a symmetrical composition, two cornucopias with globe. Allegory of abundance and prosperity. Beautiful variety of stone with vivid red inclusions. Slight wear marks.
U.K., private collection 80's, London.