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Amedeo Italian Shell Cameo 14K Gold Pendant Brooch

$1,250
£959.88
€1,101.13
CA$1,756.40
A$1,967.05
CHF 1,026.38
MX$24,026.71
NOK 13,058.49
SEK 12,309.19
DKK 8,217.62

About the Item

This shell cameo brooch pendant depicts Bacchus and dates back to the second half of the 20th century. It was masterfully crafted by the renowned company Amedeo by M+M Scognamiglio. Each layer of the shell has been meticulously carved, unveiling a unique and intricate pattern that stands as a testament to the unparalleled skill of the artisan. Plain 14kt solid yellow gold mount. Sized approximately 46.5mm x 45.5mm. Weight circa 25 grams. This is a beautiful, finely crafted shell cameo brooch hand carved from Cassis Cornuta, otherwise better known as Horned Helmet shell. This is one of the best mediums for cameo carving. I am often amazed at how skilled carvers create beautiful art pieces by using the various color strata that this particular shell offers. It takes a highly skilled artisan to be able to achieve that! This beautiful depiction of Bacchus is a fine example of how layers of differing hues may be used to give added definition, depth, and contrast to cameo carvings. There are about a lot of separate layers on this beautifully carved cameo! The cameo is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks. 1. Dear clients, We appreciate your attention and interest in our store and respect all your price suggestions. Please understand that we strive to maintain fair and competitive prices. We are always ready to discuss reasonable proposals and find a mutually beneficial solution. We'd like to ask you to refrain from offering excessive discounts and to exercise politeness and respect when making requests. All our prices are carefully thought out and we place full consideration of our items' quality into our pricing decisions. We are still open to discussion and willing to consider your pricing options, but please do not propose egregious offers. We will be grateful for your respectful attitude in your proposals. Thank you for understanding! 2. Dear international clients, Please note that most countries have an import tax on goods. This tax varies individually depending on your country's import policies. We cannot be responsible for all import taxes in the world. You are responsible for paying your own taxes, so please do not place this responsibility on us. Not paying the tax and demanding a refund when the item is shipped back entails significant financial unjustified losses for us. As soon as you clicked the pay button, you agreed to the rules of the 1stDibs platform and our store. Ignorance of the laws does not relieve you of responsibility. We, in turn, guarantee fast, reliable and free delivery to any country in the world. Please be respectful and understanding!
  • Creator:
    AMEDEO
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    25 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 1.8 in (45.5 mm)Length: 1.84 in (46.5 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960-1980
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Chesterland, OH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3746223086762

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