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Lot no. 33
ROMAN ENGRAVING. PORTRAIT OF BACCHUS.
Carnelian agate
Dimensions: 1.1 x 0.4 x 0.3 cm
Roman art, 1st–2nd century
Provenance
Private collection of Mrs T., prior to 1980
The god is depicted in profile, facing left. His head is encircled by a stylised wreath of foliage. Signs of wear.
A Roman agate carnelian intaglio. Portrait of Bacchus. 1st–2nd century AD.
See original version (French) Auto-translation. Refer to original language for legal validity.
Pictures credits: Contact organization
Sculpture and bronzes
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