Small Wonders: Early Gems and Jewels
Small Wonders: Early Gems and Jewels
Italian, late 18th/ early 19th century | Intaglio with a King
Lot Closed
December 16, 01:45 PM GMT
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
Italian, late 18th/ early 19th century
Intaglio with a King
carnelian
intaglio: 22.5mm., 0.89in.
ring size: V
Compare the carving of the hair and beard with the 18th-century intaglio with Hercules formerly in the collection of Consul Joseph Smith of Venice and acquired by King George III for the Royal Collection (inv. no. RCIN 65832).