Cassis madagascariensis - Cameo - Hand-carved cameo

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Hand-carved, signed cameo in Cassis madagascariensis shell depicting Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper, measuring 101.8 × 99.5 mm and weighing 44.35 g.

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Splendid finely engraved cameo relief on a Madagascar Cassis shell depicting “The Last Supper,” the famous masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci.

The work reproduces with great care the celebrated Evangelical scene, highlighting the architectural details of the refectory, the twelve apostles, and the central figure of Jesus. The frame is decorated with elegant ornamental motifs that further enhance the composition. A collectible object with strong visual impact and unique in its kind.

Handmade and signed by Scognamiglio, Master Engraver of Torre del Greco, the city considered the capital of cameo art.
Weight 44.35 g
Cameo dimensions 101.8 mm (height) x 99.5 mm (width)

It will be shipped with display stand, gift box, and materials warranty.

Seller's Story

Expert seller of hand-carved cameos by master artisans from my hometown, Torre del Greco, famous for hand-engraving on shells. For 20 years I have been in the jewelry and cameo business, a passion passed down through three generations that has become 20 years of experience.
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Splendid finely engraved cameo relief on a Madagascar Cassis shell depicting “The Last Supper,” the famous masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci.

The work reproduces with great care the celebrated Evangelical scene, highlighting the architectural details of the refectory, the twelve apostles, and the central figure of Jesus. The frame is decorated with elegant ornamental motifs that further enhance the composition. A collectible object with strong visual impact and unique in its kind.

Handmade and signed by Scognamiglio, Master Engraver of Torre del Greco, the city considered the capital of cameo art.
Weight 44.35 g
Cameo dimensions 101.8 mm (height) x 99.5 mm (width)

It will be shipped with display stand, gift box, and materials warranty.

Seller's Story

Expert seller of hand-carved cameos by master artisans from my hometown, Torre del Greco, famous for hand-engraving on shells. For 20 years I have been in the jewelry and cameo business, a passion passed down through three generations that has become 20 years of experience.
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Details

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