This stunning antique Victorian Mourning Cameo brooch is Circa 1860.
Mourning jewellery in the Victorian Era mirrored the lives and times of the people who wore it. It was a souvenir to remember a loved one or a reminder to the living of the inevitability of death.
The wonderful Cameo is set in Bullmouth Shell and depicts a Bacchante lady; a follower of the Greek God Bacchus, with detailed Vine leaves and a pine cone displayed in her long ringlets.
Bullmouth Shell has been popular for many years as a base for Cameo carvings for it’s beautiful natural patterning which takes expert skill to carve.
The back of the brooch displays a glass window which contains a magnificent woven hair bouquet which is adorned with Flowers and Pearls.
The Cameo and Glass window are fitted in a lovely swivel gallery which rotates so that it can be worn both ways.
Displayed in a wonderfully designed Victorian gallery, set in Silver and Gilded in 18ct Yellow Gold.
Purchased in London and steeped in English history. The brooch is a truly stunning work of art and looks fabulous when worn.
Weighs 35.9 grams.
Measures 54mm across x 63mm down.
Cameo measures 44mm across x 52mm.
Excellent condition.
ITEM NUMBER- 8463
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