Large roman intaglio in deep red carnelian. Sow with offspring....
Large roman intaglio in deep red carnelian. Sow with offspring. The subject, highly appreciated since antiquity, can be referred to the allegory of fertility and wealth, which, in turn, is linked to roman mythology and literature. Beautiful, deep red color. 1st century A.D.
16 x 12 x 4 mm
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Large roman intaglio in deep red carnelian. Sow with offspring. The subject, highly appreciated since antiquity, can be referred to the allegory of fertility and wealth, which, in turn, is linked to roman mythology and literature. Beautiful, deep red color. 1st century A.D.
16 x 12 x 4 mm
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