ROMAN MOSAIC PANEL WITH GEOMETRIC MOTIF AND CROSSES

Ca. AD 100 - 300. A square mosaic panel decorated with a regular geometric arrangement of intersecting circles, forming a continuous pattern of four-petalled rosettes and pointed oval compartments. The overlapping circular bands are outlined in dark tesserae and filled with alternating shades of cream, ochre, reddish-brown and grey. Small diamond-shaped motifs, composed of contrasting tesserae, occupy the spaces between the principal circular elements, enhancing the symmetrical arrangement. The repeated pattern creates a visually intricate composition characterised by precise geometric divisions and balanced colour contrasts. The central decorative field is enclosed within a series of narrow rectangular borders in ochre, cream and darker tones. Size: 720mm x 720mm; Weight: 80+kg Provenance: Private London Collection, acquired on the Austrian Art Market; Ex Austrian Private Collection; Ex. Swiss Art Market, Kloten, Switzerland (1990). This piece is accompanied by an Austrian export license. This piece is accompanied by a historical report from Alessandro Neri, an international Cultural Heritage expert based in Florence, Italy. Original paperwork available. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Estimate:£5,000

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