Asta Bidspirit | A roman carnelian intaglio. Eros

A roman carnelian intaglio. Eros on a lion. 1st - 2nd century A.D. 12 x 15 x 3 mm. The mighty feline walks to the right, carrying a winged erote on its back. The erote grabs the lion's mane to hold on. Groundline. Allegory of love that subdues the strenght. Slight wear marks. Provenance: UK private collection.