Object Description
A fine Ancient Roman intaglio carved from red jasper featuring an engraved mythological figure. The intaglio is oval in shape, featuring a smooth, unadorned reverse. The obverse features an engraving of a figure, possibly a dancing satyr or faun. He is depicted facing towards the left with one leg raised. The satyr is rendered holding various attributes in both hands. These could be common satyr attributes, such as an instrument or syrinx, pedum (shepherds crook), or a bunch of grapes. The red jasper includes beautiful black and grey striations.
Date: Circa 1st – 3rd Century AD