Victorian Style Cameo Woman Conch Seashell Crafted In Italy
20th Century; 3.75” height, 5.5” width, engraved with a Victorian style cameo woman. Overall, appears to be in good condition. Please view photos. Moore Estate Hickory N.C.
Medium
Shell
Date
20th Century
Condition Report
Good
Exhibited
Currently Mebane Antique Gallery and available for preview
Literature
A Victorian-style conch seashell cameo featuring a hand-carved portrait of a woman is a timeless example of classic Italian artistry. Historically centered in regions like Torre del Greco near Naples, master artisans have spent centuries hand-chiseling these elegant reliefs directly into the natural layers of double-chromatic shells, such as Bullmouth (Cassis rufa) or Emperor Helmet shells. The multi-toned layers of the conch create a stunning, natural contrast between the crisp, white or ivory-colored profile and the warm, peach, orange, or sardonyx background
Provenance
Moore Estate Hickory N.C.
Notes
Available for live in house bidding and pay-pick up from our gallery, Always bid with confidence with Mebane Auction. Thank you Jon Lambert
Condition
Good
20th Century; 3.75” height, 5.5” width, engraved with a Victorian style cameo woman. Overall, appears to be in good condition. Please view photos. Moore Estate Hickory N.C.
Medium
Shell
Date
20th Century
Condition Report
Good
Exhibited
Currently Mebane Antique Gallery and available for preview
Literature
A Victorian-style conch seashell cameo featuring a hand-carved portrait of a woman is a timeless example of classic Italian artistry. Historically centered in regions like Torre del Greco near Naples, master artisans have spent centuries hand-chiseling these elegant reliefs directly into the natural layers of double-chromatic shells, such as Bullmouth (Cassis rufa) or Emperor Helmet shells. The multi-toned layers of the conch create a stunning, natural contrast between the crisp, white or ivory-colored profile and the warm, peach, orange, or sardonyx background
Provenance
Moore Estate Hickory N.C.
Notes
Available for live in house bidding and pay-pick up from our gallery, Always bid with confidence with Mebane Auction. Thank you Jon Lambert
Condition
Good
