Lotto 217 - Asta 107
218
Descrizione
A large roman amethyst intaglio. Erotic scene.
2nd century A.D.
21 x 25 x 0,4 mm.
The man is standing, facing right, and wearing a large leontea that goes from the head down to the calves, covering his back. The woman is semi-reclining on a bed characterized by legs made of ovoid and disc-shaped elements; elegant fringed padding and a pillow make this moment of pure lust beautifully comfortable. Next to the couple, the club of Hercules, a symbol of strength and power. The man grabs her by the legs firmly, showing all his muscles, to penetrate her. The woman raises an arm next to her face, as a sign of satisfaction. The physiognomic features and the hair are referable to the 2nd century A.D., probably to the Antonine era. Chip on the edge below the ground line. Large gem characterized by an extraordinary color. Slight wear marks.
Provenance: english private collection S.B., London, acquired on the London art market in 1969.
2nd century A.D.
21 x 25 x 0,4 mm.
The man is standing, facing right, and wearing a large leontea that goes from the head down to the calves, covering his back. The woman is semi-reclining on a bed characterized by legs made of ovoid and disc-shaped elements; elegant fringed padding and a pillow make this moment of pure lust beautifully comfortable. Next to the couple, the club of Hercules, a symbol of strength and power. The man grabs her by the legs firmly, showing all his muscles, to penetrate her. The woman raises an arm next to her face, as a sign of satisfaction. The physiognomic features and the hair are referable to the 2nd century A.D., probably to the Antonine era. Chip on the edge below the ground line. Large gem characterized by an extraordinary color. Slight wear marks.
Provenance: english private collection S.B., London, acquired on the London art market in 1969.
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