Ancient Near East / Central Asia, probably Sasanian (Sassanian / Sassanid) Empire, ca. 5th to 7th century CE; Europe, Neoclassical period, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A beautiful, hand-carved garnet intaglio of convex form exhibiting the left-facing image of a goat. The quadruped mammal stands atop slender legs and features a plump, hairy body, a thick neck, and a raised head showcasing a pair of backswept horns. The intaglio is displayed within a ring of 18 faceted garnets - all likely modern - and all are inlaid atop the ovoid bezel of a modern 72.68% gold ring. Size (intaglio): 0.31" L x 0.34" W x 0.15" H (0.8 cm x 0.9 cm x 0.4 cm); (ring setting): 0.56" L x 0.80" W x 0.88" H (1.4 cm x 2 cm x 2.2 cm); gold quality: 72.68% (equivalent to 15K+); weight: 2.7 grams; US ring size: 7

Provenance: ex-Dr. Corinne Bronfman estate, Washington D.C., USA, acquired via descent; ex-Marjorie Bronfman collection, Montreal, Canada, acquired March 31,1966

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#186626

    Condition:
  • Sasanian intaglio set in Neoclassical ring to be wearable. Garnet intaglio is ancient; ring setting and faceted garnet inlays are Neoclassical. Minor softening to some finer details of intaglio, and ring setting with sharp flange along one interior side of shank, otherwise in great condition. Great presentation.

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by Artemis Gallery
September 6, 2024 8:00 AM MDT
686 S. Taylor Ave., #108
Louisville, CO, US 80027

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