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 a Julio-Claudian emperor.
A postclassical agate cameo. Bust of a Julio-Claudian emperor.
16th-18th century
14 x 18 x 4 mm
The emperor is facing right, with the laurel wreath on the head. The portrait, probably referable to Caligula, is inspired by ancient models. Wear marks.