A large roman red jasper intaglio. Krater.
1st century A.D.
15 x 19 x 3 mm
The large vase is ornated by a feet with three discs, a large grooved belly with two ornated registers, on the shoulder: dots, and floral ornament (laurel leaves). The neck is decorated with two characters facing each other in front of an altar. On top, a star. Large flared mouth. The scene probably represents a wedding or a votive ceremony between a man and a woman. Attractive dimension and vivid color of the stone. Slight chips and wear marks.
Price realized | 1'010 GBP |
Starting price | 450 GBP |
Estimate | 950 GBP |