18th C. Neoclassical Glass Intaglio - Male Profile Bust
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Europe, Neoclassical period, ca. 18th to early 19th century CE. A charming oval intaglio comprised of translucent spring green glass and depicting a male profile bust, perhaps belonging to a god, an athlete, or a youth - presenting a handsome face and a wavy coiffure, wrapped with a leather border. The Neoclassical period saw immense interest in the Classical world, in part inspired by the budding science of archaeology. Artists looked to the deep past for inspiration, yet still imbued their depictions with an imaginative sensibility. Size: 1.4" W x 1.6" H (3.6 cm x 4.1 cm)
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#157260
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#157260
Condition
Minor wear to leather border commensurate with age and slight surface scuffs to intaglio. Otherwise intact and excellent.
Buyer's Premium
- 26.5%
18th C. Neoclassical Glass Intaglio - Male Profile Bust
Estimate $900 - $1,350
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