A late roman red jasper intaglio. Eros.

2nd - 3rd century A.D.
13x14x4 mm

The winged god is facing front and characterized by a plain rounded face, with small nose and lips, large eyes. The forehead surmonted by short wavy hair. His bust covered by a crossed draped peplos. Shoulders uncovered. Beautiful vivid red stone.

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U.K. private collection

Estimate: GBP 400 - 600