Roman Gemstone Collection

拍品描述

2nd-3rd century A.D. Including profile bust, standing figure and other types; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. For similar gemstones of Athena Promachos cf.Cravinho, G., ‘Roman Gems in the National Soares dos Reis Museum in Oporto,’ in Studies in ancient Art and Civilization, vol.22 (2018), pp.141-179, pls.I, 7-8. 3.89 grams total, 9-14 mm (3/8 - 1/2 in.). [5] From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. The collection includes a gemstone with Fortuna holding Cornucopia, another gemstone with Athena Promachos, a further gemstone with Helios driving his radiant chariot, and two portraits looking left. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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