Bidspirit auction | A fine roman carnelian intaglio.

A fine roman carnelian intaglio. Sow. 1st century B.C. - 1st century A.D. 10 x 12 x 5 mm The heavy seated sow with four teats, facing left. At right, a tree with globular- style leaves. Motif situated on a curved ground line that connects to the trunk of the tree-branch. Use of globular elements. Intaglio executed with art and great skill. Attractive color of the stone. Slight wear marks. Chipping on the edge. See: Museum of Fine Art, Boston, inv. 98.739 U.K., private collection 80's, London.