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Date : approx. between 1200 and 1250
Material : Sardonyx, Gold
Acquisition : (1938)
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Objet(s) d'Art
Jewel
Vitrine : V05
Area related
South of Italy (Italy)
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| Description |  |
The court of Frederick II promoted the creation of cameos based upon antique subjects and techniques. Here, the classical theme of Hercules and the Nemean Lion is adapted from imagery on ancient Greek coins.
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