London, Italie
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LOT 64:
A large roman italic banded agate intaglio. Venus with a column.
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Vendu pour: £1 600
Prix de départ:
£
800
Prix estimé :
£1 000 - £2 000
Commission de la maison de ventes: 26%
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A large roman italic banded agate intaglio. Venus with a column.
2nd century B.C.
15 x 21 x 1,5 mm.
Very fine depiction of Venus, near a column, holding a sword (attribute of Mars). The figure is viewed from behind, slightly in three-quarters. The back and butt are uncovered, while the legs are draped. The architectural element can also refer to a funerary symbolism (monument of a warrior), therefore a votive and commemorative scene of lamentation. Extraordinary agate cut, characterized by a white V-shaped inclusion that follows the composition of the scene. Presence of globular elements typical of italian production. Very fine specimen.
Provenance: UK private collection.
