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LOT 0007
Roman Agate Cameo of a Theatrical Mask of Pornoboskos
1ST CENTURY B.C.
1/2 in. (0.69 grams, 12 mm).
Plano-convex in section with reserved facing theatrical mask of Pornoboskos, or brothel-keeper, with bald head and bushy beard.
Provenance
Private English collection, formed between the late 1970s and early 1990s.
Private collection, London, UK.
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LOT 0007
Roman Agate Cameo of a Theatrical Mask of Pornoboskos
Sold for (Inc. bp): £3,380
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