Details
This wonderful antique Victorian cameo brooch features a pinchbeck frame and a central bullmouth shell carving depicting the side profile of a Bacchante, a follower of the Roman God Bacchus, God of wine and festivity, who are often depicted with berries and ivy leaves in their hair.
Roman-style Cameos were highly sought after in the 19th century during the “Grand Tour” days when tourists developed a fascination with destinations such as Rome. They often depicted Goddesses and characters from mythology and became a favourite of Queen Victoria also.
A wonderful piece of history that’s highly collectable and all in excellent condition.
WEIGHT: 9 grams
MEASURES: Width 32mm x Height 37mm x Depth 8mm
METAL: Pinchbeck
STONES: Bullmouth Shell Cameo (27 x 34mm)
AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1860)
CONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age
ITEM NUMBER: 19-399
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