No reserve price Cassis madagascariensis - Cameo - Hand-carved cameo

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Hand-engraved oval cameo on Cassis madagascariensis seashell depicting a refined female profile with floral motifs, weighing 5.65 g and measuring 45.2 mm by 34.3 mm, an antique unisex piece from Italy.

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An exquisite hand-engraved oval cameo on a Madagascar cassis shell, depicting a refined female profile surrounded by delicate floral motifs. The hairstyle adorned with flowers and pearls, the lightness of the dove, and the floral decorations lend the piece an elegance typical of the finest Italian cameo-engraving tradition.

Crafted and signed by a master engraver belonging to the artistic tradition of Torre del Greco cameo craftsmanship, the capital of cameo making.

Weight: 5.65 g
Cameo dimensions: 45.2 mm (height) x 34.3 mm (width)

Shipped with gift packaging and a materials warranty.

An exquisite hand-engraved oval cameo on a Madagascar cassis shell, depicting a refined female profile surrounded by delicate floral motifs. The hairstyle adorned with flowers and pearls, the lightness of the dove, and the floral decorations lend the piece an elegance typical of the finest Italian cameo-engraving tradition.

Crafted and signed by a master engraver belonging to the artistic tradition of Torre del Greco cameo craftsmanship, the capital of cameo making.

Weight: 5.65 g
Cameo dimensions: 45.2 mm (height) x 34.3 mm (width)

Shipped with gift packaging and a materials warranty.

Details

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