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THBRoman Gold Ring w/ Carnelian Intaglio of Centaur
Lot 5
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Artemis Fine Arts
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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By Artemis Fine Arts
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Explore a world of classical antiquities and ethnographic masterpieces, with treasures from every corner of the globe. Discover Egyptian relics, Greek and Roman artifacts, Etruscan elegance, Near Eastern wonders, and Asian heritage. Marvel at Pre-Columbian marvels, Native American artistry, African tribal expressions, and Oceanic cultural gems. Spanish Colonial legacies, Russian craftsmanship, and a spectrum of fine and visual arts await, offering a captivating journey through history and artistry, connecting cultures across time. Artemis Fine Arts info@artemisgallery.com
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- Lot Description
Roman, Imperial period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A stunning carnelian intaglio of a centaur - a mythological creature with the upper body of a man and the lower body of a horse - set into a dazzling ring of over 21 karat gold. Striding left, the centaur plays a flute while carrying a thyrsus over his shoulder. The rich vermillion hue of the stone is beautifully complemented by the lustrous gold band which tapers opposite the bezel. A refined, wearable piece from ancient Rome! Size of intaglio: 0.6" L x 0.5" W (1.5 cm x 1.3 cm); of ring: 1.1" L x 1" W (2.8 cm x 2.5 cm); US ring size: 8.5; gold quality: 90% (21.6 karats); weight: 8.2 grams
In Roman mythology, centaurs were hybrid creatures with the upper body of a man and the lower body of a horse. They were often depicted as wild and unruly, symbolizing the struggle between civilization and barbarism. While centaurs originated in Greek mythology, they were later adopted into Roman culture, appearing in art and literature. One of the most famous centaurs was Chiron, who stood apart from his kind due to his wisdom and kindness, serving as a mentor to heroes like Achilles. Roman interpretations of centaurs often emphasized their dual nature, representing both primal instincts and the potential for nobility.
Provenance: private London, UK collection; ex-private London, UK collection, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s; ex-Hewett collection
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SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.)
PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions." #191732Some miniscule chipping to bezel and light abrasions and indentations to gold as shown, all commensurate with age. Otherwise, intact, wearable, and in excellent overall condition with impressive preservation of detail on intaglio.Condition
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