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Classical Revival Seal Rings : Carnelian Intaglio Depicting a Standing Maenad
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Carnelian Intaglio Depicting a Standing Maenad - FJ.6524
Origin: Europe
Circa: 18
th
Century AD
to 2
nd
Century AD
Collection: Intaglio Jewelry
Medium: Carnelian, Gold
£7,600.00
Location: UAE
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| Description |
This intaglio is set in an 18 karat gold ring.
On this attractive intaglio a naked young woman
is walking to the right on an elevated ground
line. Waves of gossamer cloth or veils flutter
around her, as if the wind is blowing or she is
moving quickly. Over her right shoulder she
carries a large thyrsus, a staff wreathed in ivy
and crowned by a pinecone. This was the symbol
of the wine god Dionysus and his female
followers (Maenads). Inspired by their god, the
Maenads represented the orgiastic forces of
nature and were known to roam about the
countryside engaging in wild, frenzied dances.
Seeing this seductive woman striding across the
fiery background, it is no wonder the Maenads
have been popular as subjects in art since
ancient times.
- (FJ.6524)
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