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 postclassical agate cameo. Bust of Seneca.
A postclassical agate cameo. Bust of Seneca.
17th - 18th century
13 x 16 x 8 mm
The philosopher is depicted with the head in three-quarters in slight torsion with the bust. The unusual portrait is engraved in very high relief and characterized by naturalistic anatomical details and great espressiveness. The portrait expresses the signs of the age and suffering of the famous roman character. Wear marks.