Lot 20
  • 20

Pendant and a cameo ring

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • agate, gold
The pendant modelled as a rams head, with a duck resting on its shoulders, to a suspension loop, circa 1950s; the ring set with a carved agate cameo, depicting the sinistral profile of a classical maiden within a Roman mount, size I, late 18th century, each in case stamped Cameo Corner.

Pendant attributed to Mosheh Oved.

Condition

Agate cameo white and grey, translucent, with typical banding visible to the naked eye. Cameo approximately 24 x 18mm, one shallow, minute chip to shoulder of bust visible under magnification. Scratches to metal and stone surfaces on both pieces consistent with wear, ring shank with small areas with traces of solder repair. Pendant length approximately 43mm, weighing approximately 17.8 grams. Both pieces in good condition. Each with case from Cameo Corner, Museum street, WC1, Jewels and Antiques.
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Catalogue Note

Mosheh Oved, 1885-1958, was the owner of the Cameo Corner in Museum Street, which he founded in 1938. Trading and dealing with cameos, antique jewellery and object d’art, he was known as an authority within his field. He was a founder of the Ben Uri Jewish Art Society and a well-established figure in London’s Jewish community. Also known as Edward Good, he came to England around age 17, and was married to Sah Oved, well known for her jewellery designs.