A CARNELIAN INTAGLIO OF A FACING QUADRIGA, 1ST CENTURY AD

Reference: ART600291

An attractive carnelian intaglio showing a quadriga from the front driven by a standing victory or Nike standing with her wings outspread and holding in each hand the reins. A laurel wreath is indicated above her head. A beautifully balanced design showing the two pairs of horses walking towards the viewer with their heads facing away from each other.
Remains of an iron ring or mount at the back.
12 by 11 mm.

PROVENANCE
From a European collection formed in the 1980's.