Cassis madagascariensis - Cameo - hand-carved cameo

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

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Hand-carved cameo on Cassis madagascariensis shell, signed by an engraver from the Torre del Greco tradition, depicting a convivial moment in an outdoor osteria and reflecting Italian hospitality.

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Magnificent hand-engraved cameo on Madagascan Cassis shell, signed by an engraver belonging to the prestigious artistic tradition of Torre del Greco, world capital of cameo art.

This composition depicts a moment of conviviality in an outdoor osteria or trattoria, a setting that recalls Mediterranean culture, of great significance in the twentieth century.

The wine bottles, goblets, and the laid table evoke the value of sharing and hospitality, essential elements of Italian tradition.

Weight 14.99gr
Cameo measurements 60.5mm (height) x 79.4mm (width)

It will be shipped with gift packaging and a materials guarantee.

Magnificent hand-engraved cameo on Madagascan Cassis shell, signed by an engraver belonging to the prestigious artistic tradition of Torre del Greco, world capital of cameo art.

This composition depicts a moment of conviviality in an outdoor osteria or trattoria, a setting that recalls Mediterranean culture, of great significance in the twentieth century.

The wine bottles, goblets, and the laid table evoke the value of sharing and hospitality, essential elements of Italian tradition.

Weight 14.99gr
Cameo measurements 60.5mm (height) x 79.4mm (width)

It will be shipped with gift packaging and a materials guarantee.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Laboratory report
No laboratory report
Style
Antique
Metal
Cassis madagascariensis
Brand jewellery
No
Total weight
14.99 g
Condition
As new - unused
Gender
Unisex
Country of origin
Italy
Title additional information
hand-carved cameo
ItalyVerified
86
Objects sold
100%
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