A gold ring set with a Roman carnelian intaglio. Rooster hunting a snake on a vase.
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A gold ring set with a Roman carnelian intaglio. Rooster hunting a snake on a vase.
A gold ring set with a Roman carnelian intaglio. Rooster hunting a snake on a vase.
Epoque Roman imperial
Origine London, consignment
Medium gold, Carnelian
Dimension 0.7 x 0.6 cm (0¹/₄ x 0¹/₄ inches)
The bird is facing left and takes a small snake out of a jug. Dotted frame. Hexagonal shape of the gem.
Rare subject. Wear marks.
Rare subject. Wear marks.
Epoque: Roman imperial
Origine: London, consignment
Medium: gold, Carnelian
Dimension: 0.7 x 0.6 cm (0¹/₄ x 0¹/₄ inches)
Provenance: European collection, acquired on the market, early 2000's.
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Anthea Fine Arts
Antiquities, Classical Sculptures, Glyptics and Jewelry.
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