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What were cameos used for?
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A cameo is a decorative accessory made of hard stone or gemstone, on which portraits or “reliefs” are carved. First seen in ancient Rome, the piece became popular again in the Victorian era, and is still seen in production today. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary cameos from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Victorian Lava Cameo Framed Collection
Located in Miami Beach, FL
(1) Large lava cameo approximately 2 1/4” x 1 3/4” depicts robed woman in thinker position flanked
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Decorative Art
Materials
Lava
Antique Lava Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A nineteenth century yellow gold brooch featuring a carved lava cameo encircled by granulated gold
Category
Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
19th Century Lava Cameo Brooch
Located in Bakewell, GB
19th Century Lava Cameo Brooch in patinated brass mount
size 5cms x 4cms overall
Category
Antique 19th Century Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Antique Demeter Lava Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique hardstone lava cameo brooch featuring “Demeter,” the goddess of the harvest, fertility, and
Category
Antique 19th Century Brooches
Materials
Gold-filled
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Lava Cameo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Lava Cameo Ring, featuring a finely hand-carved lava cameo depicting a
Category
Early 20th Century Engagement Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Lava Cameo Gold Earrings
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k yellow gold earrings by Judith Ripka, set with lava cameos, depicting a nymph
Category
20th Century North American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold
