EARLY VICTORIAN INTAGLIO ‘CUPID ASTRIDE A LION’

A large oval early Victorian glass intaglio depicting Cupid playing the lyre, whilst astride a Lion.

This allegory depicts Strength (the Lion) tamed by Love (Cupid).

Which is a wonderful ethereal sentiment!

The clear glass intaglio has been set in a very simple 18ct gold setting, to allow the story of the piece to take centre stage.

Size approx: 2.6cm x 2.5cm (incl bail) Depth 0.6cm

Weight approx: 8.35g 

Excellent condition.