Bertolami Fine Arts

Auction 107  –  22 April 2022

Bertolami Fine Arts, Auction 107

Glyptics and Ancient Jewelry

Fr, 22.04.2022, from 3:00 PM CEST
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Description

A large light purple glass impression. Allegorical scene.

18th - 19th century.

35 x 45 x 5,5 mm.

Unusual scene composed of two characters in the act of breaking a log of wood with their knees (?). One is an adult, bearded with a face similar to an Antonine emperor; the younger figure can be identified with Eros. They both have a cloak. Below, a pile of burning wood. Scene to be identified, probably allegorical. Grand Tour Era.

Provenance: UK private collection.

Estimate: GBP 200 - 250

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Bidding

Price realized 300 GBP
Starting price 100 GBP
Estimate 200 GBP
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