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Portrait of Stefano Taberna

4th quarter 15th c.

The interest in classical antiquity during the 15th century not only made carved antique gemstones desired collectables. The technique itself, divided between cameos carved in relief and engraved intaglios, also experienced a revival in Italy. Subject matter and forms of representation were likewise adopted from antique prototypes, for example the profile portrait.

The interest in classical antiquity during the 15th century not only made carved antique gemstones desired collectables. The technique itself, divided between cameos carved in relief and engraved intaglios, also experienced a revival in Italy. Subject matter and forms of representation were likewise adopted from antique prototypes, for example the profile portrait.

Time:
4th quarter 15th c.

Object Name
cameo; Ring

Culture
Florentine

Material/technology:
Onyx, gold

Dimensions:
H. 1,3 cm, B. 1 cm

Copyright
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Kunstkammer

Invs.
Antikensammlung, XII 296

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