18th C. Neoclassical Glass Intaglio Alexander the Great
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**Originally Listed At $400**
Northern Europe, Neoclassical period, ca. 18th to early 19th century CE. A handsome amber hued glass intaglio depicting a bust of Alexander the Great - presented with a youthful appearance, strong features, and a wavy coiffure - the intaglio nicely wrapped in a black leather strip. The Neoclassical period saw immense interest in the Classical world, in part inspired by the budding science of archaeology. Artists looked to the past for inspiration, yet also brought an imaginative sensibility to their depictions. Size: 1.55" W x 1.8" H (3.9 cm x 4.6 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.
#157310
Northern Europe, Neoclassical period, ca. 18th to early 19th century CE. A handsome amber hued glass intaglio depicting a bust of Alexander the Great - presented with a youthful appearance, strong features, and a wavy coiffure - the intaglio nicely wrapped in a black leather strip. The Neoclassical period saw immense interest in the Classical world, in part inspired by the budding science of archaeology. Artists looked to the past for inspiration, yet also brought an imaginative sensibility to their depictions. Size: 1.55" W x 1.8" H (3.9 cm x 4.6 cm)
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.
#157310
Condition
Minor surface scratches. A wonderful intaglio that could be made into a wearable piece of jewelry.
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18th C. Neoclassical Glass Intaglio Alexander the Great
Estimate $700 - $1,050
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