Bertolami Fine Art - Riversdell Close 27, KT16 9JW Chertsey
WEB AUCTION 106: Glittica WEB AUCTION 106: Glittica
Friday 12 November 2021 hours 15:00 (UTC +00:00)
A postclassical agate intaglio. Bust of a philosopher.
A postclassical agate intaglio. Bust of a philosopher.
16th-18th century
14x17x3 mm
The hold character is facing left, characterized by a thick beard and bold head. This depiction is referred to Socrates portraiture. This portrait is finely engraved on a nice variety of agate. Wear marks.
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U.K. private collection