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A ROMAN CARNELIAN INTAGLIO SET IN A GOLD RING. HERCULES FIGHTING THE BULL.
A ROMAN CARNELIAN INTAGLIO SET IN A GOLD RING. HERCULES FIGHTING THE BULL.
1st - 2nd century A.D.
Stone 11x13 mm; int. diam 17,5 mm; 2,20 gr
With a plain gold hoop surmounted by a rounded bezel set with a large intaglio showing the hero lifting the bull. The muscles tension is represented by a treatment of anatomical volumes and an athletic posture; the left leg brought forward is bent, while the right leg is extended towards the back. Behind his left foot, the club. Groundline. Chip on edge, wear marks.
Provenance: U.K. private collection