Antique Carved Incolay Centaur Large Cameo Pendant

This finely carved antique shell cameo depicts the mythological scene of Europa dancing with Zeus, rendered with elegant movement and classical detail. The natural shell’s warm tones...

This exquisite antique 8K rose gold cameo pendant brooch showcases a finely hand-carved shell cameo depicting a classical female figure adorned with grapevines, symbolizing Bacchante...

Commanding and enigmatic, this antique brooch features a masterfully carved cameo portrait of Cleopatra, the legendary Queen of Egypt, set in rich, naturally patterned tortoise shell...

This exquisite antique cameo brooch pendant features a finely carved depiction of Venus and Psyche, rendered in high relief from natural shell. The romantic scene shows the winged Ps...

The cameo at the center of this exceptional pendant is a stunning example of the art of gem engraving during the Renaissance. It likely dates to the early 17th century and features a sacrificial scene inspired by the Greco-Roman era. The central flaming altar is flanked by two figures preparing to sacrifice a ram, while a figure in a lion skin blowing horns stands in the left corner. The carver brilliantly uses the natural layers of the stone to achieve the illusion of shadow and musculature on the figures. A second, smaller cameo is set at the top of the pendant, while a myriad of multi-colored gems, pearls and enamel adorns the 18K gold setting. A large Baroque pearl suspended from an enamel dragon finishes the design, which embodies the opulence and theatricality of jewels from the Renaissance age. Cameos and intaglios were highly popular amongst wealthy connoisseurs in Renaissance Italy, and owning the finest pieces was the privilege of princes. Although they were often elaborately mounted for display alone, cameos were also frequently worn as pendants, surrounded by enameled and stone-set gold frames. Such pieces were particularly prized by the Medici and Lorraine families, many of which can now be seen at the National Archeological Museum in Florence. Very few Renaissance cameos...

Elegant and evergreen cameo brooch(5.50gr) mounted in 12Kt gold. Tot weight 12.2 gr R.f. 812004 For any inquiries,please contact the seller through the...

This is an absolutely stunning and very rare large antique Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch with a hand carved image of a Goddess Maiden with wonderful swirling robes and scarf. The cameo ...

This beautifully carved cameo is of two women. The detailing is gorgeous all the way down to the eagle floating on a bed of clouds. It is nestled in a sterling silver prong setting w...