Bertolami Fine Art, 1 Harewood Place, Mayfair (London W1S 1BU- United Kingdom), o 14 Hanover Square, Mayfair, (London, W1S 1HP - United Kingdom)., Italy
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Bertolami Fine Art, 1 Harewood Place, Mayfair (London W1S 1BU- United Kingdom), or 14 Hanover Square, Mayfair, (London, W1S 1HP - United Kingdom)
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LOT 224:
A roman onyx cameo. Medusa head.
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Sold for: £300
Start price:
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300
Estimated price :
€400 - €800
Buyer's Premium: 25%
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A roman onyx cameo. Medusa head.
2nd - 3rd century A.D.
12 x 12 x 9 mm
The face is in three-quarters, executed in high relief. Above, on the head, the wings. Subject of an apotropaic and protective value. Wear marks.
Parallels: M. Henig, The Content Cameos, pp. 88-92; M. Henig, H. Molesworth, The Complete Content Cameos, pp. 183-192 ("Gorgoneia").
European private collection 80's
