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 lapis lazuli magical intaglio. Gorgona mask with torch.<br><br>3rd century A.D.
A roman lapis lazuli magical intaglio. Gorgona mask with torch.
3rd century A.D.
Slightly three-quarters, almost frontal Gorgona mask. Eyes with engraved iris and winged head with snakes; below, a burning torch. Magical depiction for protective and apotropaic purposes. Rare combination of subject and material. Slight signs of wear.
12x14x3 mm