Bidspirit Auktion | ROMAN GOLD RING WITH CARNELIAN

ROMAN GOLD RING WITH CARNELIAN INTAGLIO DEPICTING A SATYR - Ca. AD 50 - 200A Roman gold ring with a carnelian intaglio depicting a satyr playing a flute. The details of the muscles and the animal legs create a very naturalistic depiction. The intaglio is secured in an oval bezel. For similar see: El legado de Hefesto n. 432.Size: D:16.1mm / US: 5 1/2 / UK: K 1/2; Weight: 5gProvenance: Private UK collection, Ex. Christie's London; Ex. F. Altuner collection since 1950s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.