GLASS CAMEO, TRIPTOLEMUS. 19TH CENTURY.
Decorative Antiques -
Reference: ZF128406
Cameo or intaglio, Triptolemus. Glass. 19th century. Mythological scene with the Greek word “karilaos” (pseudo-signature) showing a young man standing in front of a chariot drawn by a monster with a serpent body, feathered wings and two heads, on which another male figure is depicted. Triptolemus was a demigod and hero of Greek mythology who was depicted as a young man with a diadem on his head, with his winged chariot drawn by dragons or snakes. Such pieces were created in large numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by Grand Tour travellers.
· Size: 3x0,4x2,6 cms.
120 €
