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 large roman carnelian intaglio. Mythological scene.
A large roman carnelian intaglio. Mythological scene.
2nd - 3rd century A.D.
21,5 x 27 x 3 mm
On the left side, the standing figure of Hermes is holding the caduceus and facing Zeus seated on his throne. The young god is offering a purse of money to the supreme god ( at his feet an eagle).Groundline. Probably from an eastern workshop. Small chips on the edge. Very large size. Beautiful deep red and orange color.
Monte-Carlo private collection, Mr. P.L, 1982