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Roman emperor in a chariot Cameo: late 16th c.; Mount: late 18th c.
Onyx: grey on translucent white, red wax backing; closed silver-gilt mount with radiating ornament on reverse; suspension loop and ring | 1.2 x 1.7 cm (cameo) | RCIN 43768
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Cameo depicting a figure of a triumphant Roman emperor, seated in a horse-drawn chariot. He wears classical armour and holds a torch. A figure with a basket of fruit on its head stands in the background.
The scene is based on an ancient prototype. It is of a type frequently found on the mounts of hard stone vases by the Milanese Saracchi workshop.
Text adapted from Ancient and Modern Gems and Jewels in the Collection of Her Majesty The Queen, London, 2008Provenance
From the collection of Consul Joseph Smith of Venice; acquired by George III with the Consul’s paintings, drawings, books, manuscripts and medals in 1762
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Medium and techniques
Onyx: grey on translucent white, red wax backing; closed silver-gilt mount with radiating ornament on reverse; suspension loop and ring
Measurements
1.2 x 1.7 cm (cameo)
