No. 106287566

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No reserve price - ブローチ - 18 kt. Yellow gold
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€ 240
No reserve price
3 weeks ago

No reserve price - ブローチ - 18 kt. Yellow gold

Distinctive vintage 18 kt yellow gold cameo pendant, featuring an unusually elaborate full-length classical female figure carved in raised white relief against a warm orange-coral background. The piece combines traditional cameo craftsmanship with a decorative openwork gold surround, giving it a strong Neoclassical, Etruscan Revival and antique Grand Tour character. Unlike the far more common profile cameos depicting only a woman’s head and shoulders, this example presents a full-body classical maiden or goddess figure dressed in flowing drapery. The composition is more complex than a standard portrait cameo and gives the pendant considerably greater visual interest. The pale relief stands clearly against the deeper orange background, producing a sculptural effect. The cameo is mounted within an ornate 18 karat yellow gold frame. The surround features a continuous pattern of pierced scrolling and looped elements, creating a highly decorative filigree border around the central carving. This openwork construction gives the pendant an appearance strongly associated with archaeological revival, Etruscan Revival and Classical Revival jewellery, styles inspired by ancient Greek and Roman decorative arts. The combination of the full-length classical subject, two-tone cameo relief, substantial 18 kt gold mount and intricate pierced surround makes this a particularly unusual example of vintage cameo jewellery. The pendant is fitted with a substantial upper bail for suspension from a necklace or chain, making it suitable as a statement piece of classical-inspired fine jewellery. Details Type: Cameo pendant Era: 1900–2000 Country of origin: Sweden Metal: 18 kt yellow gold Gold fineness: 750 / 18 karat Central motif: Full-length classical female figure Style: Neoclassical / Classical Revival / Etruscan Revival influence Design: Oval cameo with decorative openwork filigree surround Colour: White relief against warm orange-coral background Gender: Women Gemstones: None Laboratory report: None Condition: Excellent vintage condition with only minimal signs of previous wear The central figure is most appropriately described as a classical maiden or goddess figure. Without a specific identifying attribute, it would be speculative to assign the subject to a particular mythological deity. The elaborate frame is one of the defining features of the piece. Rather than a simple plain gold bezel, it incorporates a wide pierced border with repetitive scrolling forms, adding depth, texture and strong antique character. Particularly suitable for collectors searching for an 18 kt gold cameo pendant, vintage cameo necklace pendant, classical cameo jewellery, full figure cameo, carved cameo pendant, antique style cameo, Etruscan Revival jewellery, Neoclassical gold jewellery, Grand Tour jewellery, figural cameo, mythological cameo, vintage gold pendant, 18k yellow gold pendant, estate jewellery or Scandinavian vintage jewellery. The photographs form an important part of the description and show the actual pendant offered for sale, including the relief carving, gold frame, bail and overall condition. The pendant will be carefully packaged and shipped securely with tracking and insurance where available.

No. 106287566

Sold
No reserve price - ブローチ - 18 kt. Yellow gold

No reserve price - ブローチ - 18 kt. Yellow gold

Distinctive vintage 18 kt yellow gold cameo pendant, featuring an unusually elaborate full-length classical female figure carved in raised white relief against a warm orange-coral background. The piece combines traditional cameo craftsmanship with a decorative openwork gold surround, giving it a strong Neoclassical, Etruscan Revival and antique Grand Tour character.

Unlike the far more common profile cameos depicting only a woman’s head and shoulders, this example presents a full-body classical maiden or goddess figure dressed in flowing drapery. The composition is more complex than a standard portrait cameo and gives the pendant considerably greater visual interest. The pale relief stands clearly against the deeper orange background, producing a sculptural effect.

The cameo is mounted within an ornate 18 karat yellow gold frame. The surround features a continuous pattern of pierced scrolling and looped elements, creating a highly decorative filigree border around the central carving. This openwork construction gives the pendant an appearance strongly associated with archaeological revival, Etruscan Revival and Classical Revival jewellery, styles inspired by ancient Greek and Roman decorative arts.

The combination of the full-length classical subject, two-tone cameo relief, substantial 18 kt gold mount and intricate pierced surround makes this a particularly unusual example of vintage cameo jewellery.

The pendant is fitted with a substantial upper bail for suspension from a necklace or chain, making it suitable as a statement piece of classical-inspired fine jewellery.

Details

Type: Cameo pendant
Era: 1900–2000
Country of origin: Sweden
Metal: 18 kt yellow gold
Gold fineness: 750 / 18 karat
Central motif: Full-length classical female figure
Style: Neoclassical / Classical Revival / Etruscan Revival influence
Design: Oval cameo with decorative openwork filigree surround
Colour: White relief against warm orange-coral background
Gender: Women
Gemstones: None
Laboratory report: None
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with only minimal signs of previous wear

The central figure is most appropriately described as a classical maiden or goddess figure. Without a specific identifying attribute, it would be speculative to assign the subject to a particular mythological deity.

The elaborate frame is one of the defining features of the piece. Rather than a simple plain gold bezel, it incorporates a wide pierced border with repetitive scrolling forms, adding depth, texture and strong antique character.

Particularly suitable for collectors searching for an 18 kt gold cameo pendant, vintage cameo necklace pendant, classical cameo jewellery, full figure cameo, carved cameo pendant, antique style cameo, Etruscan Revival jewellery, Neoclassical gold jewellery, Grand Tour jewellery, figural cameo, mythological cameo, vintage gold pendant, 18k yellow gold pendant, estate jewellery or Scandinavian vintage jewellery.

The photographs form an important part of the description and show the actual pendant offered for sale, including the relief carving, gold frame, bail and overall condition.

The pendant will be carefully packaged and shipped securely with tracking and insurance where available.

Final bid
€ 240
No reserve price

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