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