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A fine roman red jasper intaglio. Grasshoper.
1st century B.C. - 1st century A.D.
15x18x3 mm
The insect is facing left, resting on an ear of corn, symbol of prosperity. The anatomical details are made with great meticulousness and skill, revealing a profound observation of nature by the artist. Every detail is finely engraved, however with great spontaneity. Even the ear of corn reveals an artistic sense in its execution, with the delicate curvilinear terminations. The subject and style are certainly inspired by classical greek models. The carving is mirror polished inside the insect with great technical expertise and numerous details were engraved with the diamond point carried out by hand, as for the antennas and some ribs of the body. Small chips on the edge. Good size. Vivid red color of the jasper.
J. Boardman, Greek gems and finger rings. Early bronze age to Late classical, n. 502 p. 289.
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U.K. private collection
1st century B.C. - 1st century A.D.
15x18x3 mm
The insect is facing left, resting on an ear of corn, symbol of prosperity. The anatomical details are made with great meticulousness and skill, revealing a profound observation of nature by the artist. Every detail is finely engraved, however with great spontaneity. Even the ear of corn reveals an artistic sense in its execution, with the delicate curvilinear terminations. The subject and style are certainly inspired by classical greek models. The carving is mirror polished inside the insect with great technical expertise and numerous details were engraved with the diamond point carried out by hand, as for the antennas and some ribs of the body. Small chips on the edge. Good size. Vivid red color of the jasper.
J. Boardman, Greek gems and finger rings. Early bronze age to Late classical, n. 502 p. 289.
"
U.K. private collection
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