Description:

Roman empire, ca 3rd to 4th centuries. Exceptional and touching! Bone plaque in thin section carved in deep relief with two lovers, possibly Dionysus and Ariadne. Female nude facing left holding a lit torch, male - also nude- places his left hand on the chin of his companion, offering a bowl (wine?) in his right hand, another torch in the field. A truly beautiful carving with wonderful patina! 4-3/8" W by 2-1/8" h.

Provenance: Ex-Private east coast USA collection acquired in the 1980's.

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  • Condition: Small loss between lovers, else quite excellent

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July 23, 2014 8:00 AM MDT
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