JewelryItalian16th-18th century
Cameo Ring with Head of Philosopher (post-antique)
1500-1900
Description
Oval cameo carved in high relief with the draped bust of a bearded Greek philosopher to the right, mounted in gold ring. The stone bears the inscription "SANTARELLI".
Dimensions
2.7 x 2.1 x 2.5 cm (1 1/16 x 13/16 x 1 in.)
Provenance
From the collection of Cornelius C. Vermeule, III.
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