Ancient Roman Carnelian Intaglio with engraving of Victoria reaching for a military trophy (tropaeum) (1x) - 1.9 cm
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This 2nd-century AD Ancient Roman carnelian intaglio depicts Victoria reaching for a military trophy and measures 1.9 × 1.2 × 0.4 cm.
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Description from the seller
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- Victoria is the Roman goddess and personified allegory of victory. She is the Roman counterpart to the Greek goddess Nike. However, while Nike was primarily associated with athletic triumphs, Victoria symbolized military hegemony and victory over death on the battlefield.
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Provenance/Known History:
Ex. Private Swiss collection, 1970's - 1980's. After that A&O Gallery, UK.
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- A declaration of authenticity by my shop is provided with this lot.
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IMPORTANT!
Due to new custom regulations we can no longer ship outside the E.U. Please make sure you have an EU shipping address before bidding.
- Victoria is the Roman goddess and personified allegory of victory. She is the Roman counterpart to the Greek goddess Nike. However, while Nike was primarily associated with athletic triumphs, Victoria symbolized military hegemony and victory over death on the battlefield.
Registered shipping.
Provenance/Known History:
Ex. Private Swiss collection, 1970's - 1980's. After that A&O Gallery, UK.
Important information:
- A declaration of authenticity by my shop is provided with this lot.
- Invoices, import- and export papers etc. will not be shared with customers.
- Please do not pay for a won item before you are finished bidding in the auction. The system will not be able to combine your orders into one shipping if all items aren't paid at once.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
2nd century AD
Name of object
Intaglio with engraving of Victoria reaching for a military trophy (tropaeum) (1x)
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Material
Carnelian
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
1.9 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
1.2 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Switzerland
Depth
0.4 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
