Stunning Intaglio Carnelian Stone , Ancient Greece 300-100 BC Intaglio show a Satyr making love with a Nymph in a ForestVery Rare piece.!!!!!!!!!Satyrs (Ancient Greek: σάτυρος, satyros) are figures from Greek mythology. They are mischievous and lustful woodland creatures, belonging to the entourage of the god Dionysus. Dionysus's teacher, Silenus, is often mentioned as the eldest or leader of the satyrs.Satyrs are known for their lust for wine and for seducing nymphs. They are often depicted in obscene or humorous contexts, such as in the comedic genre of satyr play, which was popular in ancient Athens. Satyrs are also associated with music. One example is the story of the satyr Marsyas, who, with his aulos, challenged the god Apollo to a musical contest and lost.Weight : 4.02 Gram 18.1 x 14.4 mmHigh Qualtysee image for own impression Own private collection inherited from Grandfather, who built the collection in the 1960's "No Shipping to the USA
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