Roman Glass Gemstone with Winged Figure of Eros

1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.

5/8 in. (0.78 grams, 18 mm).

Ellipsoid type with incuse design of winged naked Eros advancing towards a small tree. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

Literature

Cf. for classical prototypes Boardman, J., Greek Gems and Finger Rings, Early Bronze Age to Late Classical, London, 1970 (2001), no.782.

CONDITION

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LOT 0759