Lot 575 - Auction 66 - Part II

A gilded metal seal with a deep red carnelian intaglio. Allegory of Love with french motto.
Price realized:
600,00 GBP
Bids:
11

Bids

Lot status:
Auction closed

Description

A gilded metal seal with a deep red carnelian intaglio. Allegory of Love with french motto.
intaglio 17 x 21 mm; H. 35 mm; gr. 12
A crippled devil with goat's legs advances to the right with a bident scepter, carrying on his shoulders an erote, personification of Love. Around the scene, the inscription: "LE DIABLE EMPOURTE L AMOUR". Interesting allegorical scene performed with skill. French manufacture. Gilded metal frame in excellent condition.
19th century.
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