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Framed Print of Engraved Gem with Apollo, 30-20 B.C. Creator: Solon
Engraved Gem with Apollo, 30-20 B.C.
Additional Info: With his wavy hair cascading over a headband, the face of Apollo, the god of youth, music, and prophecy, is carved into the surface of this large amethyst. His portrait is presented in full profile. Apollo's features are idealized, as was typical in art of the early Roman Empire: a square face with broad cheeks, a round chin, and a remarkably straight nose.This gem closely resembles other images of Apollo, but the artist might also have sought to evoke Augustus. Solon carved other images of Augustus and members of the Imperial family in the guise of deities, and this gem may provide a further example. Augustus's patron god was Apollo, and he believed the god secured victory for his forces in the Battle of Actium in 31 B.C: The gold mount was added to the gem, probably during the late nineteenth century. Formerly in the collection of the Comtesse de Béarn (1870-1930), the gem was displayed at an exhibition in London in 1903-04. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © Heritage Art/Heritage Images
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Media ID 39885788
1st Century Bc Amethyst Antiquities Antiquity Apollo Gemstone Headband Idealised Jewel La Jeunesse Prophecy Purple Semi Precious Stone Solon Sun God Youth
Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.3cm x 19.7cm (7.6" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
