A roman rock crystal intaglio. A mouse riding a chariot with swans.
2nd century A.D.
12x14x5 mm
The scene depicted shows a mouse riding a chariot toward right, with two swans. The movement is rendered by the widespread wings and the raised heads of the swans. Groundline. AGDS Munchen, vol. 2 n. 918-919.
Estimate: GBP 400 - 600
Price realized | 300 GBP |
Starting price | 200 GBP |
Estimate | 400 GBP |