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Sardonyx Cameo of a Roman Male Sardonyx Cameo of a Roman Male Sardonyx Cameo of a Roman Male
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LOT 2082

Sardonyx Cameo of a Roman Male

LATE 18TH-EARLY 19TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (2.32 grams, 23 mm).

Profile bust of a mature man facing right, short curly hair with a side-parting, large eyes with indicated pupils, Greek nose, neckline of a folded garment visible.

Provenance

Mr F.D. collection, acquired on the European art market, 1975 to present.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.

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LOT 2082

Sardonyx Cameo of a Roman Male

Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)

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