Italian, late 16th century | Cameo with Omphale
The Beauty Within: Gems from the Chenel Collection (lots 31-42)
Italian, late 16th century
Cameo with Omphale
chalcedony, in a 19th-century partially enamelled rock crystal pendant mount
cameo: 30.3mm., 1.25in.
mount: 64.4mm., 2.54in.
Overall in good condition with minor surface dirt and wear consistent with age. A small chip (with fill) to the nose. Minor losses to the cameo around the edge, notably at the top. There is fill and fabric behind the cameo on the reverse. Minor general wear to the mount, including some small chips to the rock crystal.
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