Asta Bidspirit | A sasanian rock crystal intaglio.

A sasanian rock crystal intaglio. Male portrait. 3rd-4th century A.D. 10x12x15 mm Facing left, the male figure is characterized by a strong features with proeminent nose, large almond-shaped eye, a beard framing the face. Hair composed of long locks letting uncovered the ear with an earring. He wears a large necklace on a necked bust. The anatomical features and the style are referrable to the sasanian portraiture. ” U.K. private collection