Lot 422 - Auction 66 - Part II

A roman carnelian intaglio mounted in an ancient iron ring. Dionysus, Eros and a goat.
Price realized:
1.700,00 GBP
Bids:
7

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Lot status:
Auction closed

Description

A roman carnelian intaglio mounted in an ancient iron ring. Dionysus, Eros and a goat.
intaglio 12 x 14 mm; ring internal size 17 x 20 mm
The god of intoxication is characterized by a long beard, bare torso and draped legs, and is seated to the right above the boulders holding the thyrsus. The deity is facing left and raises a hand to touch a goat that is carried by a winged erote. Ground line. Slight wear marks. Iron ring with traces of corrosion. Intact. Interesting and well composed mythological scene.
2nd - 3rd centiry AD.
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