Wonderful Ancient Roman Intaglio depicting Cupid.
The winged God Cupid is holding his bow while riding a horse.
This wonderful Intaglio is made out of a magnificent see true Red Carnelian stone.
The carvings are very fine and detailed.
A very rare and beautiful Roman Intaglio, complete intact and in excellent condition.
This god from Ancient Olympus, persist in remaining present in modern society.
This god remains one of the favorite symbols of love and St. Valentine's Day.
Cupid (Eros in Greek), the mischievous and winged god of love, was the son of Venus (Aphrodite in Greek).
He was her constant companion; and, armed with bow and arrows, he shot the arrows of desire into the bosoms of both gods and men.
Condition: Excellent.
Origin: Roman
Date: 200 - 400 AD
Height: 2,1 cm.
Provenance: French private collection - Paris.
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Item number: R0678-9
Price: 450 €
Cupid, painted by Rubens
Wonderful Ancient Roman Red Carnelian Intaglio depicting Cupid
Roman Red Carnelian Intaglio depicting Cupid
