Rare Roman Micromosaic Depicting The Head Of Medusa And A Theatrical Mask

An extraordinary and rare Roman micromosaic of exceptional craftsmanship, attributable to the circle of the famous School of Giacomo Raffaelli. The refined composition depicts the head of Medusa alongside a Bacchic theatrical mask within an evocative classical architectural setting rendered in perspective. The work stands out for the extraordinary fineness of the glass tesserae, which lend it a painterly quality of great delicacy and expressiveness. The iconography, which is particularly rare and seldom seen on the antiquities market, enhances its charm and appeal to collectors. The micromosaic is preserved in its elegant original gilded wooden frame; the reverse side features the original backing with a patina consistent with the 19th century, a historical handwritten annotation noting the dimensions, and the original hanging ring. Dimensions of the micromosaic: 15 × 11.5 cm. Dimensions with frame: 20.5 × 18 cm.