Sold for:
$500
$500
A fine and large ovular pink coral cameo carved in high relief to depict the mythological Roman goddess Diana (known in Greek mythology as Artemis), goddess of the hunt, the moon, and childbirth, the figure presented at bust length in profile with her finely articulated wavy hair tied to crown of head, a string of beads or pearls to her throat, and her bow and quiver of arrows to her front shoulder over a slightly exposed plump bosom. Approximately 2.5" tall x 1.875" wide x 0.75" deep. (64mm x 47mm x 20mm). Total weight approximately 66 grams.
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2015-06-28
