Estate 10KT Yellow Gold Shell & Pearl Cameo Pendant/Brooch, ca. 1930's
SKU: 232-01024
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Crafted in 10kt yellow gold, this estate cameo from the 1930's depicts a finely carved shell cameo, measuring 25.74 x 18.31mm, portraying a woman with her hair elegantly wrapped, her gaze cast onward away from the viewer. The frame is surrounded by sixty-six seed pearls, each measuring 1.44mm. Total measurements are 1 1/8 x 15/16 inch, with a weight of 5.7 grams.
Cameo carving is a centuries-old art form, traditionally hand-carved from layered shell to create a raised relief portrait against a contrasting background, requiring exceptional skill and patience from the artisan. This romantic, profile-style portraiture was especially beloved throughout the early 20th century, often depicting an idealized feminine subject. The surrounding seed pearl frame, prized for pearls' delicate, uniform size, adds a soft, luminous border befitting the cameo's classical subject matter, while the dual pendant-brooch function offers versatility in how the piece can be worn.
Elevate your jewelry collection with this shell and pearl cameo, a beautifully carved and historically rich addition for collectors of antique cameo jewelry. Its finely detailed portraiture and pearl-framed border make it a captivating conversation piece as well as a thoughtful gift for an admirer of early 20th-century craftsmanship.
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Cameo carving is a centuries-old art form, traditionally hand-carved from layered shell to create a raised relief portrait against a contrasting background, requiring exceptional skill and patience from the artisan. This romantic, profile-style portraiture was especially beloved throughout the early 20th century, often depicting an idealized feminine subject. The surrounding seed pearl frame, prized for pearls' delicate, uniform size, adds a soft, luminous border befitting the cameo's classical subject matter, while the dual pendant-brooch function offers versatility in how the piece can be worn.
Elevate your jewelry collection with this shell and pearl cameo, a beautifully carved and historically rich addition for collectors of antique cameo jewelry. Its finely detailed portraiture and pearl-framed border make it a captivating conversation piece as well as a thoughtful gift for an admirer of early 20th-century craftsmanship.
Some of the photographs featured on this website have been enhanced or processed using artificial intelligence (AI) tools. While we strive to ensure that all images accurately represent our products, services, and subjects, please be aware that AI processing may alter certain visual details from the original photograph. We are committed to transparency and want our visitors to have a clear understanding of how our visual content is produced. If you have any questions about a specific image or our use of AI technology, please don't hesitate to contact us at info@nelsoncoleman.com.