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A silver brooch set with a large Neoclassical agate cameo. Bust of Maenad.

£ 1850

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a silver brooch set with a large neoclassical agate cameo. bust of maenad.

A silver brooch set with a large Neoclassical agate cameo. Bust of Maenad.

£ 1850

Double-layered agate and silver
Stone: l. 3,3 x L. 4,2 cm
Brooch 3,6 x 4,6 cm ; 36,63 gr
19th century

The large double-layered agate cameo shows a very delicate female bust facing right. The head is characterized by fine features, a very elegant nose and beautiful lips with proeminent chin. The hair composed of wavy locks are adorned by a band with graped and wine leaves, attached behind the head. 
The bust in three-quarters which the folded drapery is executed with rendering volumes also testify the high quality work of the engraver, and his attention to details. 

In ancient Greece, the maenad is a female follower of Bacchus, traditionally associated with divine possession and frenzied rites. Recorded from the late 16th century, the word comes via Latin from Greek Mainas, Mainad-, from mainesthai ‘to rave’.

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Each piece of jewellery is delivered with an authentification certificate signed by Bianca Massard and Gabriele Vangelli de Cresci experts, including additional documentation if existing and exhaustive description of the piece.
Pictures are part of the description and show state of conservation of the item. For additional pictures please contact us. (see contact section)

Shipping and pick-up at the store options can be chosen during check out.

Our exclusive delivery partner is ThePackengers.
ThePackengers, specialized in the packaging and transport of works of art and collectibles, already collaborates with the largest auction houses as Drouot, but also with galleries, fairs, antique dealers, decorators and e-marketplaces.
Shipping Terms and Conditions.
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