GLASS CAMEO, HERACLES AND THE HYDRA OF LERNA. POSSIBLY ITALY, 19TH CENTURY.
Decorative Antiques -
Reference: ZF128413
Cameo or intaglio, Hercules against the Hydra of Lerna. Glass. Possibly Italy, 19th century. The scene depicts Hercules, holding the club aloft, as he battles the Hydra, a multi-headed monster, in one of his twelve labors. Such pieces were created in significant numbers as they were highly prized as souvenirs by travelers to the Grand Tour, often several of them being brought together to make collections.
· Size: 1,9x0,2x2,5 cms
120 €