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THB19th C. Neoclassical Shell Cameo of Hermes / Mercury
Lot 20c
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Ancient art from Egypt, Greece, Italy and the Near East, as well as Asian, Fossils, Pre-Columbian, Native American, African / Tribal / Oceanic, Fine art, and much more! All categories, all price ranges... all legally acquired and guaranteed to be as described or your money back. Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
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- Lot Description
Western Europe, Italy or France, Neoclassical Period, ca. 19th century CE. A dazzling shell cameo pendant with a silver backing and double border of circular glass inlays strung on a modern strand to be wearable. Ovoid in form, the beautiful pendant is expertly hand-carved with the bust of the Greek god Hermes - or Roman god Mercury - shown in profile and facing right. The ancient messenger god is seen in his traditional winged helmet, that sits atop a classically curly coiffure comprised of thick, luscious coils as his youthful profile displays a generously lidded eye, a straight nose, a naturalistic mouth, and a prominent Adam's apple. Size (of pendant): 2" L x 1.4" W (5.1 cm x 3.6 cm); Size (of strand): 22" L (55.9 cm); silver quality: 84%; weight: 16 grams
Note how the artisan has skillfully sculpted the layers of the shell to create a stunning contrast; the bust presenting in a hue of creamy white - reminiscent of Classical sculpture and 19th century plaster casts - and the ground displaying a rich shade of mocha, while the wing of the helmet is then further highlighted by natural, mottled hues of espresso, caramel, and vanilla. A truly breathtaking adornment!
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#159432Neoclassical cameo strung on modern strand to be wearable. Loss of 4 glass inlays. Otherwise, excellent with impressively preserved detail.Condition
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