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 nicolo intaglio. Asclepius.
A roman nicolo intaglio. Asclepius.
2nd - 3rd century A.D.
10,5 x 14 x 3 mm
The divinity is standing, seen from the front but with the head turned to the right. The figure holds the scepter with the snake entertwined; gem related to the protection of good health and the power of medicine.
U.K private collection