#16 • 10x Plaster Cast Intaglios

Part of July 2024 Eclectic Ensemble Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $15.00

Status: Sold

Category: Antiques

Collection of ten antique circular intaglios. Intaglio is an Italian word meaning 'to engrave', and can be crafted for use as a wax seal among other functions. They were popular as castings from the mid 19th century to the early 20th century, and are made from chalk like material, plaster, clay or soft stone. These intaglios feature crests, busts, shields and more and a few have etched and signed information en verso. The largest measures approximately 2.25" in diameter and are 0.25" thick. Box housing intaglios measures approximately 8" x 12" x .75" tall.