Antiquities, Islamic, and Contemporary Middle Eastern Art: Featuring Selections from the Dr. Mohammed Said Farsi Collection
Lot 41:
This exquisite Roman intaglio, carved from carnelian agate and dating to the 2nd century AD, depicts a finely detailed standing lady, possibly a goddess or an elegant female figure from Roman mythology. The carving captures the graceful posture of the figure, adorned with flowing drapery and holding a symbolic object in one hand. The delicate workmanship is evident in the intricate details of the figure’s attire and the naturalistic rendering of her form.
Carnelian agate, with its rich red hue, was highly valued in antiquity for its beauty and durability, making it an ideal medium for such detailed intaglios. This piece would have likely been set into a ring or other piece of jewellery, serving both as a personal adornment and as a functional seal.
L: 2cm
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