Roman Green Chalcedony Intaglio of Dancing Satyr set as a ring, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE Vessels - Stone now features a fine deep

now features a fine deep green/brown patina

A finely carved carnelian pendant representing a stylized grub worm (“gusano”)

underscoring their connection to personal adornment

These materials were carefully selected for visual harmony

Dimensions:  Height: 23 3/8 inches (59

Roman Green Chalcedony Intaglio of Dancing Satyr set as a ring, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE Vessels - Stone now features a fine deepA striking Roman intaglio in luminous green chalcedony depicting a youthful satyr in motion, nude save for a short cloak draped over one shoulder, his left leg raised in a lively dance. In his outstretched hand he presents a theatrical mask, in the other, he holds a curved pedum (shepherds crook), one of the defining attributes of the satyr. The composition captures the energy and grace of Dionysian revelry, a spirited follower of the wine god caught