ASTA 107 - Glittica Sessione Unica
Friday 22 April 2022 hours 15:00 (UTC +00:00)
A safavid blue sapphire intaglio. Bust of a ruler. 16th - 17th century
A safavid blue sapphire intaglio. Bust of a ruler.
16th - 17th century
The male bust is presented facing left and characterized by well-engraved details; he wears an ornamented turban with jewels and a long feather covering a part of his hair. The face is framed by a long pointed beard. He wears an ornamented tunic with necklaces. Beautiful deep blue color.
9x10x4 mm