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A Roman nicolo intaglio. Eros riding a chariot pulled by two roosters.
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A Roman nicolo intaglio. Eros riding a chariot pulled by two roosters.

Anthea Fine Arts

Date 2nd-3rd century A.D.

Period Roman

Origin For sale, London, consignment

Medium nicolo

Dimension 1.2 x 1.5 x 0.3 cm (0¹/₂ x 0⁵/₈ x 0¹/₈ inches)

This stone is exceptionally engraved with an Eros riding a chariot pulled by two roosters toward left. In the field, in front of them, a palm branch, symbol of victory and triumph. Groundline. Beneath, a retrograde latin inscription "LAN". Slight wear marks on the surface of the stone. 

Date: 2nd-3rd century A.D.

Period: Roman

Origin: For sale, London, consignment

Medium: nicolo

Dimension: 1.2 x 1.5 x 0.3 cm (0¹/₂ x 0⁵/₈ x 0¹/₈ inches)

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