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Lot 46 - Auction 107
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Description
A fine hellenistic carnelian intaglio set in a gold frame. Satyr near a column.
3rd century B.C.
18 x 23 x 7 mm; 4,55 gr.
The figure is standing, with the left leg supporting and the right leg slightly bent in a typically greek pose. With his left hand he holds two flutes, which he touches with his right hand. The figure has elongated proportions, typically hellenistic, represented by three quarters back view. A column. Groundline. Use of globular elements. Large intaglio, engraved with great elegance and artistic mastery. The gem is cabochon still mounted in its antique gold. Parallel: G.M.A. Richter, The engraved gems of the greeks and the etruscans, part one, p.137 n. 523.
Provenance: UK private collection D.C.
3rd century B.C.
18 x 23 x 7 mm; 4,55 gr.
The figure is standing, with the left leg supporting and the right leg slightly bent in a typically greek pose. With his left hand he holds two flutes, which he touches with his right hand. The figure has elongated proportions, typically hellenistic, represented by three quarters back view. A column. Groundline. Use of globular elements. Large intaglio, engraved with great elegance and artistic mastery. The gem is cabochon still mounted in its antique gold. Parallel: G.M.A. Richter, The engraved gems of the greeks and the etruscans, part one, p.137 n. 523.
Provenance: UK private collection D.C.
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