Achilles' Grief: Intaglio Seal of Patroclus' Death

An agate intaglio seal, 'The Grief of Achilles Upon the Death…
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An agate intaglio seal, 'The Grief of Achilles Upon the Death of Patroclus', after Nathanial Marchant, length 3.0 cm, width 2.5 cm, height 4.5 cm. Literature Gertrud Seidmann and Robert L. Wilkins, 'Nathaniel Marchant, Gem Engraver', in The Volume of the Walpole Society, London, 1987, Vol. 2, as 'The Grief of Achilles Upon the Death of Patroclus', 1772-81, Fig.11 LIV. 'From a Cameo of Greek sculpture in the possession of Monsignor Ferretti; the Cameo has been broken in the middle, and is incomplete: therefore part of the Intaglio has been supplied to correspond with the subject.' Before Achilles, who is seated in an attitude of grief, stands Antilochus, leaning on a pillar; behind Achilles is a young woman in a Phrygian cap and a soldier before an altar.

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  • Intaglio - A term used to define a method of decoration most common in glassmaking and jewellery which involves engraving, carving or moulding an image into the background, leaving an impression, and leaving the top surface of the item flat, the opposite to relief carving, and also know as counter-relief.
  • Agate - Agate is a type of semi-precious gemstone that is made up of silica dioxide, a mineral that is also found in quartz. It is known for its distinctive banded patterns, which are created as layers of silica are deposited in different colours including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. It is often used in jewellery, decorative objects, and other decorative items, and it is prized for its beauty and durability. Agate is found in many parts of the world, including Brazil, India, and the United States.

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