A roman sard intaglio. Dionysos bust.

1st century B.C. - 2nd century A.D.

10 x 14 x 3 mm

The young god is turned to the left with his head in profile but with a three-quarters bust seen from behind (the right shoulder is covered by the cloak). The head is adorned with an ivy crown. In the background emerges the thyrsus. The shape of the bezel is rectangular with rounded corners. Attractive color of the stone. Slight wear marks.

U.K private collection

Estimate: GBP 250 - 500