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Roman Red Jasper Gemstone with Leda and the Swan
$2,900
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Outstanding dark red jasper intaglio depicting Leda and the swan. Roman, first century AD. The story of Leda and the swan is a popular theme in ancient art. According to Greek mythology, Zeus disguised as a swan seduces Leda, who was the wife of Tyndareus, the king of Sparta. Minor chip at top and bottom edges do not affect the actual subject. Perfectly suitable also as a ring setting.
Cf. J. Spier, Ancient Gems and finger rings. (Catalogue of the Collections. The J. Paul Getty Museum (Malibu 1992) p. 112, nr. 283.
Provenance: ex collection of Prof. Dr. Emil Vogt , (1906-1974), late Director of the Swiss National Museum, Zürich, before 1970.
Details
- DimensionsHeight: 0.6 in. (1.5 cm)Width: 0.46 in. (1.15 cm)Depth: 0.14 in. (3.5 mm)
- StyleClassical Roman (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture1st Century AD
- ConditionWear consistent with age and use.
- Seller LocationZurich, CH
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