Brooch with Intaglio of an Emperor ca. 950-1000 (setting); 337-50 (intaglio) Ottonian (Rhineland ()) (setting); Byzantine (intaglio) At its center this brooch features a rare, late Roman intaglio sapphire carved with the profile image of one of the sons of Emperor Constantine. The delicate arcade supporting the gem is typical of 　goldmsiths’ work created centuries later for the Ottonian emperors, who considered themselves heirs of Constantine’s Christian Roman empire. It seems therefore likely that this piece was created for a member of the Ottonian imperial family, who, by wearing it, affirmed that bond.. Brooch with Intaglio of an Emperor 469908

Brand: PL Photography Limited
SKU: 6145-29828623
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SuperStock offers millions of photos, videos, and stock assets to creatives around the world. This image of Brooch with Intaglio of an Emperor ca. 950-1000 (setting); 337-50 (intaglio) Ottonian (Rhineland ()) (setting); Byzantine (intaglio) At its center this brooch features a rare, late Roman intaglio sapphire carved with the profile image of one of the sons of Emperor Constantine. The delicate arcade supporting the gem is typical of 　goldmsiths’ work created centuries later for the Ottonian emperors, who considered themselves heirs of Constantine’s Christian Roman empire. It seems therefore likely that this piece was created for a member of the Ottonian imperial family, who, by wearing it, affirmed that bond.. Brooch with Intaglio of an Emperor 469908 by Piemags/PL Photography Limited is available for licensing today.

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