Los Nr. 406 - Auction 66 - Part II

Los Nr. 406

Glyptics
A rare roman nicolo intaglio. Theatrical actor in the role of Perseus.

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Status:
geschl. Auktion

Beschreibung

A rare roman nicolo intaglio. Theatrical actor in the role of Perseus.
9 x 11 x 3 mm
The character is depicted in profile and is facing left. The body is naked and massive, with a long cloak over the shoulders, to impersonate the hero; the left foot rests firmly on the small ground line, while the right foot is raised in an attitude of rest. The figure holds in his right hand a scenic mask to represent the head of Medusa, and holds in his left hand a braided scepter with a curved termination to symbolize a sword. The actor is in fact in the typical pose of Perseus who holds the severed head of the Gorgon with the sword. In this case the actor contemplates the mask without risk of being petrified. Carving performed with skill, with attention to well-polished details. Interesting job. Slight signs of wear.
2nd century AD
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