Cameo with Hercules and the Nemean Lion within a Garland, ca. 1220–40

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Cameo with Hercules and the Nemean Lion within a Garland, ca. 1220–40, South Italian, Sardonyx with modern gold frame, Overall: 1 5/8 x 1 7/16 x 5/16in. ( x x ), Lapidary Work-Sardonyx, The court of Frederick II actively promoted the collecting and creation of cameos based upon antique subjects, styles and techniques. Here the classical theme of Hercules and the Nemean lion is adapted from imagery on ancient Greek coins

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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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