Bertolami Fine Art - Bertolami Fine Art, 1 Harewood Place 1, W1S 1BU Londra
ASTA 107 - Glittica Sessione Unica
Friday 22 April 2022 hours 15:00 (UTC +00:00)
A roman carnelian intaglio. Ganymede with the eagle. <br><br>2nd century A.D.
A roman carnelian intaglio. Ganymede with the eagle.
2nd century A.D.
The young Ganymede is kidnapped by Zeus who turned into an eagle. The majestic bird of prey spreads its wings to ascend to Olympus, carrying the beautiful Ganymede who wears the phrygian cap. Beautiful composition for this mythological episode referable to the Love. Slight wear marks.
9 x 12 x 4 mm