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LOT 0425
Post Medieval Agate Cameo of a Lady in Gold Pendant
19TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (6.40 grams, 36 mm).
Carved in low-relief, a female profile bust wearing a straw hat and mantle.
ProvenancePrivate collection, Europe.
Acquired on the English art market.
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LOT 0425
Post Medieval Agate Cameo of a Lady in Gold Pendant
Estimate £1,000 - 1,400€1,160 - 1,620 (for guidance only)$1,350 - 1,890 (for guidance only)
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Rock Crystal Animal Group
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Cylinder Seal Electrotype Group
Late 19th-early 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Of academic interest, copper coated lead seal impressions taken from cylinder seals, showing scenes including worshipping scene, animals, and three with cuneiform text. 185 grams total, 29-42 mm
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Large Post-Classical Agate Gemstone with Zeus Serapis Allegory
17th century A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £910
Ellipsoid in plan with chamfer to reverse edge; incuse scene comprising a baseline with fluted column at each surmounted by an inward-facing profile; at base, a perching eagle with head turned and wreath in its beak; above, profile bust of Serapis with modius, crescent moon and sunburst; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 14.4 grams, 40 mm
Private collection, England.
