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Lot 237

A large natural cabochon amethyst Intaglio - delicately carved and depicting the Goddess Athena - Goddess of Wisdom carrying a shield decorated with the head of a Gorgon. Approximately 2.5cm  length x 1.7cm across. In good condition.

Lot 236

Nathaniel Marchant - 1739 -1816 A carved and engraved amber glass Intaglio.  Depicting the death of General Wolfe - General Wolfe receiving the news of victory as he was expiring.  inscribed Marchant INV F. 3cm x 2.7cm.

Lot 12

A silver charm bracelet with intaglio seal fob charm. The silver charm bracelet having eleven large silver charms strung on a curb link chain bracelet to heart padlock clasp. The silver charms to include a silver 21 key, a carriage that opens to reveal a slipper, barrel, cruise ship, Victorian coin, intaglio seal fob charm with the intaglio having the profile of a man, an emergency ten pound note box charm, train, beer tankard, a boot that opens to reveal colourful enamel people and a sailing boat. Measures 23cm. Weighs 84.1g. All weights, measurements and sizes are approximate.

Lot 277

EMILY OF RULSTONE PLASTER RELIEF INTAGLIO ''HER LAST COMPANION IN A DEATH OF LOVE UPON A HOPELESS EARTH'' FLORENTINE FELIX MARTIN MILLER 49.5CMS (H) X 57CMS (W) APPROX

Lot 312

Ca. 100 BC - AD 100.An amazing crystal rock Hologram intaglio, which features a frontal bust of a nobleman with curly hair. Unlike a traditional intaglio which is carved in low relief, the figure here is carved on the back of the stone to create the 3D illusion. This token was most likely created for an important priest. For similar see: The Ring of Aebutia Quarta in the Museo Archeologica Nazionale di Palestrina.Size: 15mm x 11mm; Weight: 1g.Provenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the Swiss art market in the 1990s.

Lot 95

A 9CT GOLD SIGNET RING, set with a carnelian intaglio depicting the profile of a warrior, open backed setting, the shank hallmarked for London 1977, ring size T, gross weight 14 grams, complete with box

Lot 283

Ca. AD 100 - 300.A stunning silver ring composed of a round hoop with a stepped external surface, set with a carnelian intaglio of "Gryllos". The intaglio showcases a translucent vermilion shade and depicts a standing rooster eating a snake, surmounted by a human or god head flanked by the letters A, M, and O at the top.Size: D:17.93mm / US: 7 3/4 / UK: P; Weight: 11g.Provenance: Property of a London Ancient Art Gallery; formerly in the famous Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister; acquired between the early1960s to 1990s. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 249

Ca. AD 100 - 300.A stunning gold ring composed of a round hoop set with a carnelian intaglio of "Gryllos". The intaglio showcases a translucent vermilion shade and depicts a seated creature composed of a rooster's body with a human or gods face on the chest of the animal. The god associated with the rooster is Mercury. The Roman intaglio is set in a 21ct, possibly later gold ring. For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number 2010,5006.1161; Entwistle Ch. and Adams, N., ‘Gems of Heaven’: Recent Research on Engraved Gemstones in Late Antiquity, c. AD 200–600, Plate. 26, 30, 32, p. 93. Size: D:15.9mm / US: 5 1/4 / UK: K; Weight: 6g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 266

Ca. AD 300.A gold ring with an openwork design. Its round hoop consists of two coiled gold threads connected to an oval bezel that secures a red garnet intaglio of the goddess Selene standing in front of a tall plant.Size: D:13.67mm / US: 2 1/2 / UK: E; Weight: 2g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.

Lot 143

Ca. 100 BC .A Stunning bronze ring with a D-section hoop that enlarges at the shoulders to form an oval bezel, securing an agate intaglio depicting Apollo Citharoedus made in naturalistic manner typical of the last period of the Roman Republic.Size: D:16.51mm / US: 6 / UK: L 1/2; Weight: 20g.Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 228

Ca. AD 100 - 300.A gold 21.8 ct ring with a D-section hoop enlarged on the shoulders to form an oval bezel securing a carnelian intaglio depicting Castor and Pollux with their horses probably in a scene of "Deux Ex Machina".Size: D:17.73mm / US: 7 1/2 / UK: O 1/2; Weight: 10g.Provenance: Private UK collection; formerly with R. A.; since the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 269

Ca. AD 1 - 200.A gold ring with a D-section round hoop enlarged on the shoulders to form an oval bezel securing a carnelian intaglio of Eros riding a horse, likely Pegasus.Size: D:13.5mm / US: 2 1/4 / UK: D 1/2; Weight: 4g.Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s. This piece is accompanied by an authentication report from Striptwist Ltd, a London-based company run by precious metal specialist Dr Jack Ogden. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 268

Ca. AD 200. A Roman carnelian intaglio depicting a standing Venus, wearing a long robe and holding a mirror in her left hand. The intaglio is set in a high carat, possibly later gold ring. Size: D:15.49mm / US: 4 3/4 / UK: J; Weight: 4g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 250

Ca. AD 50 - 100.A gold 21 ct ring with a shallow D-shaped hoop enlarged on the shoulders to form a round bezel. It secures a black stone intaglio boasting an image of Jupiter facing left with his characteristic thick beard and coiled, crown-like coiffure.For similar see: Spier J., Ancient Gems and Finger Rings, Catalogue of the Collections of the J. Paul Getty Museum, n. 335, f1. Size: D:18.75mm / US: 8 3/4 / UK: R; Weight: 5g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 246

Ca. AD 100 - 200.A gold ring with a D-section hoop enlarged on the shoulders to form an oval bezel securing a carnelian intaglio depicting the profile of youth with nicely detailed beard and hair.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number 1872,0604.294. Size: D:19.76mm / US: 10 / UK: T 1/2; Weight: 5g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 267

Ca. AD 100 - 300.A gold ring with a D-section hoop enlarged on the shoulders to form an oval bezel securing a carnelian intaglio depicting the profile of Heracles with extremely detailed beard and hair.For similar see: Richter G.M.A., Catalogue of engraved gems : Greek, Etruscan, and Roman, n. 266. Size: D:19.96mm / US: 10 1/4 / UK: U; Weight: 6g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 216

Ca. AD 300.A solid gold ring with an angular hoop, enlarged at the shoulders and embellished with double volutes and geometric patterns. It forms a bezel housing an orange carnelian intaglio depicting a standing Minerva.For similar see: Bagot J., El legado de Hefesto: A Memorial to a Private Collection of Ancient Rings and Glyptics, n. 326; The British Museum, Museum number 1872,0604.121. Size: D:18.34mm / US: 8 1/4 / UK: Q; Weight: 11g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 129

Ca. 300 - 200 BC.A gold ring with a D-section hoop that enlarges at the shoulders to form a bezel, securing a circular carnelian intaglio. The intaglio depicts, in a naturalistic manner, the Greek god Prometheus working with a metal object, wielding fire and a hammer.Size: D:20.17mm / US: 10 1/2 / UK: U 1/2; Weight: 20g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by full authentication report by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 229

Ca. AD 300.A gold openwork ring, composed of a round hoop that expands at the shoulders to form a round bezel, securing a red garnet intaglio depicting a stylised scorpion.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number 1917,0501.543. Size: D:13.3mm / US: 2 / UK: D; Weight: 5g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by an authentication report from Striptwist Ltd, a London-based company run by precious metal specialist Dr Jack Ogden. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 281

Ca. AD 300 - 500.A gold ring with a solid tubular round hoop embellished with two gold pellets on each shoulder, connected to a round bezel composed of a rope-shaped frame that secures an agate intaglio. It depicts a standing quadruped with curved horns.For similar see: The Brititsh Museum, Museum number, 1872,0604.325. Size: D:18.75mm / US: 8 3/4 / UK: R; Weight: 2g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 247

Ca. AD 50 - 200.A stunning 21 ct gold ring composed of a round hoop set with a carnelian intaglio of Minerva. The intaglio showcases a translucent vermilion shade and depicts a seated Minerva wearing a long kiton and a large helmet. In her right hand, she holds a winged Victory, who presents a laurel wreath to the goddess.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number 2010,5006.641; 1814,0704.2807. Size: D:19.15mm / US: 9 1/4 / UK: S; Weight: 6g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 270

Ca. AD 100 - 300.A gold pendant with carnelian intaglio that illustrates a classic theme from mythology: Hercules strangling the Nemean lion. Both Hercules and the lion are depicted in a highly naturalistic style. Behind Hercules is a large wooden mace, which is a distinctive symbol of the Greek hero. The intaglio is set in a gold frame with large hoop on the top.For similar see: Entwistle Ch. and Adams, N., ‘Gems of Heaven’: Recent Research on Engraved Gemstones in Late Antiquity, c. AD 200–600, fig. 5a-d p. 52, Faraone. Size: 23mm x 12mm; Weight: 2g.Provenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the Swiss art market in the 1990s. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 280

Ca. AD 100 - 300. A Roman carved carnelian intaglio with translucent orange hues, presenting a single eagle facing right, with its head turned back over its shoulder. The intaglio is set in a high carat possibly later gold ring with an angular flat section hoop and an ovoid face. For similar see: Entwistle Ch. and Adams, N., ‘Gems of Heaven’: Recent Research on Engraved Gemstones in Late Antiquity, c. AD 200–600, Plate. 10 p. 42. Size: D:18.75mm / US: 8 3/4 / UK: R; Weight: 5g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 230

Ca. 100 BC - AD 100. The gemstone is a deep purple amethyst intaglio, engraved with Minerva seated on a pile of rocks. Minerva wears a helmet, with a shield beside her, and extends her left hand towards a winged Victory, who reaches out with both hands. The gemstone is set in a 21ct, possibly later gold ring with an ornate hoop adorned with floral-shaped patterns forming a support structure for the central gemstone. For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number 2010,5006.698; 1896,1016.4. Size: D:17.53mm / US: 7 1/4 / UK: O; Weight: 2.61g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 298

Ca. AD 350 - 500. A rare Byzantine gold pendant with rope shaped decoration securing an amethyst intaglio of oval shape, engraved with the typical Chi-Rho monogram flanked by the Greek letters Alpha and Omega. At its base, the cross features two dolphins facing each other. On the top a round loop. For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number 1894,0413.13 (design); British Museum, Dalton O.M., A Guide To The Early Christian And Byzantine Antiquities In The Department Of British And Mediaeval Antiquities, Fig. 29, p. 52. Size: 40mm x 25mm; Weight: 15g.Provenance: Private UK collection, acquired on the US art market; Ex. Marilynn Alsdorf Collection, Chicago, Illinois; Ex.Leslie Hindman, Chicago, Important Jewelry, 4 December 2016, Lot 279. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.

Lot 227

Ca. AD 150 - 300.A gold 22 ct ring with a shallow D-section hoop. It is enlarged on the shoulders and connected to an oval bezel that secures a carnelian intaglio depicting standing Venus in a bath. The gemstone is engraved with details of the body and the dress.For similar see: La collezione glitica Santarelli, n 84c. Size: D:19.15mm / US: 9 1/4 / UK: S; Weight: 20g.Provenance: Private London collection; Formerly in a Swiss family collection. Geneva art market 1980s-early 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Lot 7050

A 19th Century intaglio seal fob, together with a gilt metal long guard chain, 3.2 x 2.5cm fob base

Lot 86

A Regency period circa 1830 gold and amethyst fob, bearing the Villiers family coat of arms. Unmarked, testing as 15ct gold, with chased and engraved floral decoration, set with amethyst intaglio, extremely fine etched bearing the Villiers coat of arms, possibly for George Villiers, 4th Earl of Clarendon (1800-1870). 12.2 grams. Length 2.9cm x Width 1.8cm.

Lot 85

A Carnelian Intaglio Ring, the oval carnelian in a yellow rubbed over setting, to a plain polished shank, finger size KUnmarked, in our opinion would test as gold. Gross weight 5.5 grams.

Lot 87

A Carnelian Intaglio Ring, the oval carnelian carved to depict a figure in profile, in a yellow rubbed over setting, to a plain polished shank, finger size HUnmarked, in our opinion would test as gold. Gross weight 6.2 grams.

Lot 534

A gents signet ring with intaglio 9ct size R 6.2 gms

Lot 183

A set of four Val St Lambert glass plates, intaglio moulded game birds to the centre of each, incised marks, 20cm diameter (4)

Lot 826

INTAGLIO RING, carved depicting a classical figure, unmarked white metal, size O

Lot 745

A gold and bloodstone intaglio signet ring, carved as a bird perched on a branch with thistles above the motto ‘Intemerata Fides’ (Uncorrupted Faith), otherwise with scroll engraved shoulders, detailed ‘BIRKS 18K’, weight 10g, ring size approx M, with a case. Note: reportedly purchased from Waddington’s Auctions, Canada, and believed to have belonged to Canadian painter James Wilson Morrice (1865-1924).

Lot 340

Treen; five various 18th/19th century double sided intaglio carved oak and sycamore panel, probably for culinary use, length 47 to 63cm

Lot 769

A George III silver and banded agate desk seal, the matrix with intaglio armorial, 10.5cm long, London 1801

Lot 2186

Aristocratic Interest - Derbyshire and Staffordshire - a Victorian 18ct gold and enamel mourning ring, for John Talbot, the 16th Earl of Shrewsbury, the cartouche shaped agate tablet intaglio carved with an earl's coronet, inscribed Obt. at Naples, Nov 9 1852, At 61, London 1852, 8.5g, size MJohn Talbot, 16th Earl of Shrewsbury, the penultimate in the Roman Catholic line, was known known as “the Good Earl John”. He was famous as one of the leading lights of the revival of Catholicism in England. Employing the services of the Gothic Revival architect Augustus Welby Pugin, he paid personally for the establishment of numerous Catholic Churches and schools throughout the Midlands, including Birmingham Cathedral. His most famous Church is St Giles Church in Cheadle, North Staffordshire and known as “Pugin’s Gem”. Included in his great legacy were his alterations to his Seat of Alton Towers, Staffordshire where he also employed Pugin to advise with the expansion of the house and grounds. A statue of the Earl is in the gardens at Alton Towers with the inscription “He Made the Desert Smile”.

Lot 323

19th century yellow metal carnelian seal ring, with intaglio-cut motto 'Prenez Garde' (Take Care) above a rat approaching a trap, size K, 4.5g

Lot 197

EMILY OF RULSTONE PLASTER RELIEF INTAGLIO ''HER LAST COMPANION IN A DEATH OF LOVE UPON A HOPELESS EARTH'' FLORENTINE FELIX MARTIN MILLER 49.5CMS (H) X 57CMS (W) APPROX

Lot 1036

The Edward Marshall Boehm Artists and Craftsmen of America Present the Limited Edition "Bird of Peace" Plate in Fine Bone China, Decorated, in Bone Porcelain, an Intaglio border, filled with pure gold, celebrating the new Bird of Peace Sculpture, The Mute Swans. Introduced in 1972, hand created, hand painted by the E.M.Boehm Studio Artist, Trenton, NJ, USA. Size: 13"Dia. From the Archival Collection of Re Vann Galleries, G.Reasoner, Owner. Artist: BoehmIssued: 1972Dimensions: 13"Dia. Edition Number: Ltd. Ed. Manufacturer: E.M.Boehm, Inc. Country of Origin: USACondition: Excellent

Lot 47

A group of costume jewellery, including a Scottish agate gilt metal brooch, Victorian silver whistle, silver Galleon brooch, a loose glass intaglio of a woman holding a snake and branch, silver agate pendant, silver and paste set bangle, blue enamel silver brooch, two Delft brooches and two Delft pendants, loose gemstones and other items Condition Report: silver gross weight 108.5 gramsblue enamel brooch has some enamel missing from one corner paste set bangle has evidence of repair work in several places and central blue stone is cracked across center, most of the white stones are old cuts but there has been one replacement glued in Scottish agate brooch one stone is loose in setting

Lot 2129

9ct gold black onyx intaglio fob, depicting a Roman Centurion, London 1967Condition Report:Approx 17.3gm, diameter = 23mm, height = 36mm (excluding top bail), good condition

Lot 2137

9ct gold black onyx intaglio ring, depicting a Roman Centurion, London 1974Condition Report:Approx 11.3gm, size M-N, max depth = 24mm, good condition

Lot 253

A SMALL COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY To include a ruby single stone ring, the cushion shaped ruby within a collet setting to a polished band, unmarked; a single stone sapphire ring; an early 20th century hardstone cameo set ring, carved with the profile of Apollo, with seed pearl accented shoulders; a silver set glass intaglio ring, with a seated faun; and an intaglio hardstone swivel pendant, carved with a cherub Size/dimensions: first ring size E; second approximately C Gross weight: 8.3 grams Condition Report: The collection is as found. The ruby is very abraded to the surface, a lot of wear to the setting, shank probably replaced, the sapphire has a replaced shank, general wear; hardstone ring the back is broken, general wear; glass intaglio has a lot of abrasion, setting tests as silver; the swivel fob has some light general wear. Condition Report Disclaimer

Lot 222

A SMALL COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY To include a 9 carat gold two colour bracelet, with polished and crossover links, to a lobster claw clasp, partial London hallmark; together with a diamond accented clasp, unmarked; a figural stick pin, with cultured pearl detail; a further cultured pearl stick pin; a pair of cultured pearl earrings, stud fittings; red paste intaglio ring, pressed with the figure of cupid burning a butterfly (Psyche), partial stamp to the shank; a painted wooden panel brooch Size/dimensions: bracelet 20cm long Gross weight: 32.2 grams   Provenance: From the Collection of Victor Edelstein and Anna Maria Succi   Condition Report: Collection as found The ring with intaglio is testing as gold, the stamp appears to start with a 5, possibly for 585, but it is not clear. Ring size M 1/2. It has wear and repair Condition Report Disclaimer

Lot 113

A Roman Intaglio Style Dress Stud, the oval panel carved depicting Roman portrait, set to centre within two-tone gadrooned panel backing, (stamped indistinctly), 2.5cm x 2cm.

Lot 328

A Lalique tumbler, decorated with reverse intaglio of girls, height 4ins Condition Report: Good condition, no chips or cracks

Lot 27

A heavy Victorian 18ct gold signet ring set with a bloodstone intaglio, engraved with the monogram GE, hallmarked for Birmingham 1884, size T 1/2, 10.4g, in antique ring box

Lot 292

An early 20th Century flashed glass vase, of trumpet form on flared foot, amethyst over clear intaglio with grass fronds and sea pods, height 36cm.

Lot 377

Joshua Hodgetts for Stevens & Williams (attributed), a large cased glass bottle vase, circa 1900, graded chartreuse to apple green over opal and red glass, intaglio cut with stylized stemmed flowers and flower buds, on circular foot, height 45cm.

Lot 405

A Stevens & Williams intaglio cut ruby flash glass bowl, of spherical form, engraved by Stanley Bull with George and the Dragon and Tudor rose to reverse, on compressed foot and star cut base, diameter 19cm.

Lot 427

A 20th Century Stourbridge intaglio cut and engraved glass vase by Jack Lloyd, of trumpet form, on short knopped stem and circular star cut foot, cut and engraved with garlands of flowers and parrots signed, height 22cm.

Lot 252

A collection of jewellery to include a Victorian yellow metal mounted carved bloodstone carved intaglio seal carved with a fox motif, along with a bulls eye agate gilt metal mourning locket, together with a miniature hard stone seal, an aquamarine yellow metal mounted drop pendant, length approx 38mm, together with a 9ct gold aquamarine bar brooch with later metal pin, a silver rope link chain,  silver medallion fob presentation inscription to reverse darted 1911-12 in original case, four vintage faux pearl necklaces, hard stone swivel fob, white metal chains and loose faux pearls (1 bag) Further details: wear and tear commensuarte with age 

Lot 485

A group of framed intaglio, largest. 14cm.

Lot 345

A carnelian intaglio showing a woman picking fruit from a tree which arches over her. She holds a cornucopia which suggests that she might be Abundance filling her horn. 12.5 by 9.5 mm.

Lot 249

Orange coloured carnelian intaglio showing Victoria driving a slow biga to the left holding high a laurel wreath in salute. The wings of the Victory are folded down at the back of the composition. Small chip at the base of the stone. 13 by 12 mm.PROVENANCE From a European collection formed in the 1980's.

Lot 339

A Roman intaglio showing the bust of a woman facing left. She is draped and although the wheel cut technique does not allow for much detail, she has the appearance of women as seen in the second third of the second century AD. The stone has been treated on the upper face with an alkali in order to change its colour and allow the engraver to create a very effective contrast between the field and the type. This technique is used quite often durning this period. Dark brown carnelian 10 by 8 mm.

Lot 260

A carnelian intaglio showing a bust of Minerva or Roma draped and wearing a crested helmet. The engraving is almost exclusively rendered by cutting with a rotating wheel, a technique that comes to the fore in the second century AD and continues thereafter. The silver mount had two pairs of loops for suspension on a necklace or bracelet. 20 by 14 mm. with mount.

Lot 269

A Roman carnelian intaglio showing and Elephant quadriga walking towards the left. In the chariot there appears to be a man holding a palm frond. Orange/red carnelian, bi-lentoid. Roman 1st c BC/AD. This interesting intaglio shows a general or possibly an emperor being pulled by four elephants in what should be a triumphal parade. Pompey was supposed to have had an elephant quadriga at his first triumph in BC 81, however it is possible that for practical purposes this show was just intended. Nevertheless, this intaglio might be commemorating an event in recent history and the wearer might have been an adherent of the victor shown. 14.5 by 10.5 mm.PROVENANCE From a European collection formed in the 1980's.

Lot 261

A Roman intaglio of Tyche/Fortuna showing her seated on her rudder to the right and holding a cornucopia and two sprigs of wheat. Banded agate. 10 by 8 mm.PROVENANCE From a European collection formed in the 1980's.

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