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LOT 50:
A late republican roman garnet intaglio. Tripod burning altar.
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Vendu pour: £1 000
Prix de départ:
£
450
Prix estimé :
€900
Commission de la maison de ventes: 25%
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A late republican roman garnet intaglio. Tripod burning altar.
1st century B.C.
13 x 15 x 6 mm
This burning brazier is engraved in a convex stone of an attractive vivid color. Characterized by three anthropomorphic legs as formed by phallic herms. These herms show a marked musculature and erected phalli. One of these elements is viewed from the backside giving to the gem a tridimensional effect. In the upper part, the deeply engraved and ornated container shows flames on the top. In the field, three latin letters: MET. Wear marks. Rare subject.
