Lot 701
A late Georgian gold carnelian intaglio of Hebe feeding Zeus as an eagle, by William Brown.
Weight: 6.9 gms
Description
Condition Report
A late Georgian gold carnelian intaglio of Hebe feeding Zeus as an eagle, by William Brown.
Length 2.9cms. 7gms.
This is very similar to engraving No. 1307 from the Tassie collection.
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Purchasing information- Carnelian has general slight surface scratches, minimal frits. General dirt/wax in some of the engraved details.
- Engraved name W BROWN INV'T.
- Estimated dimensions of agate 22 by 16.4mms.
- Mount has surface scratches, small marks, discolouration and varied wear to the gilt finish. Small split to one of the shallower sides of the carnelian mount.
- Discolouration at repair to the surmount loop.
- Electronically tests approximately between 12 to 14ct gold.
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