HELLENISTIC GOLD RING WITH PHILOSOPHER

Ca. 200 - 100 BC. A gold ring with a rounded hoop supporting an oval bezel engraved with the bust of philosopher in profile. The man is depicted with a full beard, long wavy hair bound with a fillet and drapery over his shoulder. Clusters of three applied granules decorate the junctions between the hoop and bezel. Restored band. For similar see: Classical Art Research Centre, University of Oxford, Record Number: 200000896. Size: D:17.12mm / US: 6 3/4 / UK: N; Weight: 8.5g Provenance: Private London collection of an art professional; acquired on the UK and European art markets between 1980s to early 2000s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Estimación:€1,183.26

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