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 three-layered agate cameo. Bust of a matrone.
A postclassical three-layered agate cameo. Bust of a matrone.
16th-18th century.
21x28x6 mm
Facing left, the look upraised with intensity, the woman is characterized by long wavy hair tided back in a bun with some locks detached on the jaw and neck. The nose is thin and aligned with the forehead, semi-opened lips, rounded chin. The eye’s pupil is marked by a drill tool. Her bust covered by a folded cloak.
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U.K. private collection