20 novembre 2013
A carnelian agate 'tree-trunk' carving, 18th century
A carnelian agate 'tree-trunk' carving, 18th century. Photo Bonhams. Worked in the form of two naturalistic hollowed tree stumps, encircled by an aquatic scene of narcissus blossoms and other foliage including peaches issuing from gnarled leafy branches,...