A fine roman carnelian intaglio. Perseus with Medusa head.

1st century B.C.

15 x 21 x 0,4 mm.

The hero is standing, with his body slightly out of three quarters, in a slight torsion, his head facing left. The body is naked. With his right hand he holds a sword, with his left the severed head of medusa; with his forearms he holds a cloak, which hangs elegantly behind. The anatomical details are engraved with technical skill. Use of globular elements. Late Italic period - early Republican. Very fine style. Attractive stone color. Wear marks. Parallel: C. Gasparri, Le Gemme Farnese, p. 122 n. 183.

Provenance: UK private collection.

Estimate: GBP 8000 - 12000