Bertolami Fine Arts

Auction 86  –  9 December 2020

Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 86

Glyptic

We, 09.12.2020, from 3:00 PM CET
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Description

A roman heliotrope intaglio. Allegorical emblema.

2nd century A.D.

9 x 11 x 2 mm

In the center, a basket (kalathos) containing two ears of corn and a poppy flower. On the sides, according to a symmetrical composition, two cornucopias with globe. Allegory of abundance and prosperity. Beautiful variety of stone with vivid red inclusions. Slight wear marks.

U.K., private collection 80's, London.

Estimate: GBP 400 - 600

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Price realized 420 GBP
Starting price 400 GBP
Estimate 400 GBP
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