Lotto 309 | A large neoclassical agate cameo set in a gold brooch. Female bust. <br><br>19th century.

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A large neoclassical agate cameo set in a gold brooch. Female bust. <br><br>19th century.

A large neoclassical agate cameo set in a gold brooch. Female bust.

19th century.

The deity, probably Venus, has an almost frontal bust and a head in profile. The figure is characterized by a very thick and elaborate hair, finely engraved. This large agate, in two layers with a white effigy on a dark background, is mounted in a gold brooch with a twisted frame. The brooch closure mechanism is damaged.

cameo 34x50x12 mm; overall 45x60 mm; 67,48 gr.