Carnelian Intaglio of a Bearded Figure yellow wax

Carnelian Intaglio of a Bearded Figure yellow waxThis finely carved carnelian intaglio depicts a bearded figure in profile, his face emerging with remarkable softness and sculptural depth from the translucent orange red stone. The delicacy of the carving, particularly within the beard, drapery, and feathered cap, gives the piece an almost miniature marble like quality despite its intimate scale. As a loose intaglio, the piece may be mounted into jewelry, such as a ring or pendant, allowing it to

By the 19th century

calling the unseen into view

Like the moon itself

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for a kind of devotion that carries dignity within it

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alive with daily joy

Among the engraved designs are forget-me-nots

The cutouts in the Étui allow the pennies inside to be partially visible and give the object a subtle

because it required patience and care to grow well

On one side: a bee