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Roman Carnelian Intaglios - Eros, Bacchus, Nike, Bull

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Roman Carnelian Intaglios - Eros, Bacchus, Nike, Bull

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Description

Roman, Imperial period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A delightful ensemble of 4 carnelian intaglios, each carved with Roman iconography: Cupid (Greek Eros) riding a dolphin, Bacchus (Greek Dionysus) with a panther, a crowned and winged victory (Greek Nike), and a striding cow or bull. Size of largest (Cupid): 0.6" L x 0.5" W (1.5 cm x 1.3 cm)

Provenance: private Danvers, Massachusetts, USA collection, acquired by descent; ex-USA collection, acquired before 2000

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Condition

A few small nicks in areas, but imagery is all very clear and well preserved. All are intact and in overall excellent condition with nice remaining detail.

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Roman Carnelian Intaglios - Eros, Bacchus, Nike, Bull

Name: Roman Carnelian Intaglios - Eros, Bacchus, Nike, Bull
SKU: 157697500
Price: 600 USD
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