Cassis madagascariensis - Cameo - Hand-engraved cameo

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Hand-engraved cameo in a Cassis madagascariensis shell, unisex, antique-style, set in an octagonal gilded frame with green velvet lining, depicting two ladies with a floral arrangement, total weight 952.29 g, with cameo weighing 34.60 g and frame measures 34.5 cm high by 31.5 cm wide and 35 mm deep.

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Splendid cameo in Cassis Madagascariensis shell, carved entirely by hand and presented within a refined octagonal gilded frame in antique style, with interior lined in elegant green velvet.

The work depicts two beautiful young ladies adorned with an elegant floral arrangement.
The roses, traditionally associated with love and grace, give the scene a poetic and timeless character.

The work was created and signed by a Master Engraver from Torre del Greco, the artistic capital city of shell engraving.

Total weight 952.29 g
Frame measurements 34.5 cm (height) x 31.5 cm (width)
Frame depth 35 mm
Cameo weight 34.60 g
Cameo measurements 92 mm (height) x 76 mm (width)

It will be shipped with careful protective packaging and material warranty.

Splendid cameo in Cassis Madagascariensis shell, carved entirely by hand and presented within a refined octagonal gilded frame in antique style, with interior lined in elegant green velvet.

The work depicts two beautiful young ladies adorned with an elegant floral arrangement.
The roses, traditionally associated with love and grace, give the scene a poetic and timeless character.

The work was created and signed by a Master Engraver from Torre del Greco, the artistic capital city of shell engraving.

Total weight 952.29 g
Frame measurements 34.5 cm (height) x 31.5 cm (width)
Frame depth 35 mm
Cameo weight 34.60 g
Cameo measurements 92 mm (height) x 76 mm (width)

It will be shipped with careful protective packaging and material warranty.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Laboratory report
No laboratory report
Style
Antique
Metal
Cassis madagascariensis
Brand jewellery
No
Total weight
952.29 g
Condition
New
Gender
Unisex
Title additional information
Hand-engraved cameo
ItalyVerified
93
Objects sold
100%
Private

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