A roman late republican garnet intaglio. Apollo citharedus.

1st century B.C.

9 x 13 x 3 mm

The naked deity is seated on top of the rocks, surrounded by plants. The figure is depicted with the front torso and legs slightly turned to the right. The body is characterized by a well accentuated musculature. With his left hand he holds the lyre in its typical pose inspired by classical Greek models. Ground line. Use of globular elements. Wear marks. Chipping on the edge. Attractive color of the stone.

U.K private collection, London.

Estimate: GBP 800 - 1200