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Antique Victorian Gold Cameo Brooch of Hebe Feeding the Eagle
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Victorian cameo depicting Hebe, the Goddess of Youth and cupbearer to the Gods. In this cameo, Hebe is depicted while feeding the eagle of Zeus. This subject was very popular in the Victorian era, probably after a painting of Sir Willian Beechey (England 1753/1839), now in the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, England.
This is another masterly carved cameo. A very desirable collector's piece. Victorian cameo brooch made around the mid-1800s.
The size is approximately 43mm x 35.5mm.
Weight is about 9 grams.
The cameo is framed in an antique 14K gold setting (The frame and safety chain have been tested).
The cameo can be worn both as a brooch and as a pendant. The pin locks on a c-clasp closure and also has a safety chain.
This is a lovely cameo that will be admired for years to come!
It is in good antique pre-owned condition. The cameo has slight signs of wear and tear. But this is excusable since the cameo is very old. The photographs show signs of wear more clearly than in reality. Stunning detailed antique cameo in a gold setting.
This will make a fantastic addition to any collection. You will be very pleased.
A bit of History: In Greek mythology, is the goddess of youth (Roman equivalent: Juventas). She is the daughter of Zeus and Hera. Hebe was the cupbearer for the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus, serving their nectar and ambrosia until she was married to Herakles (Roman equivalent: Hercules); her successor was the young Trojan prince Ganymede. Another title of hers, for this reason, is "Ganymede." She also drew baths for Ares and helped Hera enter her chariot. Hebe had two children with her husband Heracles: Alexiares and Anicetus. The name Hebe comes from a Greek word meaning "youth" or "prime of life." Juventas likewise means "youth," as seen in such derivatives as a juvenile. In art, Hebe is usually depicted wearing a sleeveless dress. There is a statue of Hebe, by Robert Thomas, 1966, in Birmingham city center, England. Antonio Canova also sculpted four different statues of Hebe: one of them is in the Museum of Forlì in Italy.
- Metal:Gold,14k Gold
- Weight:9.05 g
- Dimensions:Width: 1.4 in (35.5 mm)Length: 1.7 in (43 mm)
- Style:Victorian
- Place of Origin:England
- Period:Mid-19th Century
- Date of Manufacture:1840-1860
- Condition:The frame is a little bit dented. The cameo has been glued to sit in the frame, evident from the back. A few invisible nibbles and a tiny break to the top other than that, it is fine. The photographs show signs of wear more clearly than in reality.
- Seller Location:Chesterland, OH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3746220743291
Noblesse Oblige Studio
Our necklaces, created with love at Noblesse Oblige Studio, are not just jewelry. They're our timeless classics, which we invent and create ourselves--for you. Noblesse Oblige Studio is a mother-and-daughter team, and we understand how important connection and support are to our success. We try to bring these values not only to our creations but also to our communication with you, so do not hesitate to write to us with questions or just because! Each and every one of our creations is a story about life, with its accompanying emotions, and, of course, a bit of irony. Elegant but simultaneously discreet, they are ideal for delighting you every day. Let them remind you to show your appreciation for the people you love without cause or reason. And let these pieces tell you: you are loved, you are admired, and you are amazing! At Noblesse Oblige Studio, you will also find our beloved collection of rare antique jewelry, cameos, and miniature figurines. We have collected, carefully stored, and tended to them for years. Now, we are ready to share these treasures with you as they have made our lives a little happier and, perhaps, will bring you a little joy, too.
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