A SASSANIAN GARNET INTAGLIO WITH A RECLINING MOUNTAIN... Lot 37
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A SASSANIAN GARNET INTAGLIO WITH A RECLINING MOUNTAIN GOAT, 3RD-4TH CENTURY AD
A cabouchon garnet intaglio showing a reclining mountain goat with a Pahlevi inscription around. This subject is a commonly found in Iranian and middle Eastern art throughout the ages. It forms the device of a personal seal no doubt with the name of the owner.
Deep claret garnet with a convex back.
11.5 by 8 mm.
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