A late roman two-layered agate cameo. Two doves.
2nd - 3rd century A.D.
9x11x2 mm
The birds kissing each other are characterized by a rendering crossed pattern body (representing their feathers). Groundline also in relief. The use of the white layer of the stone to represents the purity and the peace in union, . Small chips on the edge.
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U.K. private collection
Estimate: GBP 600 - 800
Price realized | 600 GBP |
Starting price | 400 GBP |
Estimate | 600 GBP |