A finely carved late Victorian to early Edwardian shell cameo, likely depicting the Goddess Flora with a cascading floral headpiece, the creamy relief set against a warm peachy-brown ground. Housed in an ornate hand-engraved gilt frame with a twisted rope bezel and an original safety chain, it has a decorative presence well beyond the ordinary cameo.
Product Specifications
Estimated Era: Antique, Late Victorian to Early Edwardian (c.1890s-1910s)
Material: Carved Shell with Gilt Metal
Colour: Cream and Gold Tone
Maker: Unsigned
Condition & Measurements
Great antique condition; the carving remains crisp with no major chips, cracks or visible crazing, though there is a small area of darkness around the eye and a tiny purple mark on the cheek. The frame shows a light natural patina with all prongs secure, and the pin, C-clasp and safety chain are in good working order.
Length: 40mm
Width: 31mm
Weight: 7.9g
Boxes are not included and are for display purposes only.
