Lot 287 | A neoclassical agate cameo. Bust of Isis.

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 neoclassical agate cameo. Bust of Isis.

A neoclassical agate cameo. Bust of Isis.

19th century

26 x 37 x 14 mm

The goddess is facing right, and characterized by thick hair gathered over her forehead aforming a Basileion; three long locks fall from the neck to the shoulder. Beautiful work engraved in high relief.