WEB AUCTION 106: Glittica WEB AUCTION 106: Glittica
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A roman two-layered agate intaglio. Cybele.
A roman two-layered agate intaglio. Cybele.
1st century B.C. - 1st century A.D.
16x16x4 mm
The goddess is facing left and is characterized by her typical towered-crown, the back of her hair covered by a long veil joining the top of her dress. She is presented with an elongated neck, rounded face with plain chin and small semi-opened lips. Slight wear marks.
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U.K. private collection