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Lot 203 - Auction 54

A roman carnelian intaglio. Theater mask. The comical effigy of an old man, turned to the left, is engraved searching ... Read more
Price realized:
650,00 GBP
Bids:
8

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Lot status:
Auction closed

Description

A roman carnelian intaglio. Theater mask. The comical effigy of an old man, turned to the left, is engraved searching for a strong realism in the depiction of the furrowed face expression. For a similar depiction of wrinkles above the nose see D.Scarisbrick, C. Wagner, J. Boardman, The Beverly Collection of Gems at Alnwick Castle, p. 93 n.84. 1st century B.C.
10 x 12 x 2 mm

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