A roman carnelian intaglio mounted in a modern gold ring. Bucolic fight scene.

2nd-3rd century A.D.

Intaglio : 8 x 11 mmRing : 15 x 14 mm4,74 g

Pan collides with a goat that throws itself against him, raising its anterior legs. A tree in left; below, a laurel wreath (symbol of victory) interrupts the groundline. Interesting work with an allegorical meaning. Slightly convex setting. Wear marks.

U.K private collection, London.

Estimate: GBP 1200 - 1500