Shell cameo (relief depiction)
Material: Shell
Cut: Oval, cut (camee / relief)
Dimensions: 40 × 30 mm
Weight: 27.41 ct
Color: Brown-white
Color & Contrast: Warm light brown background with creamy white relief, very clear light-dark contrast
Transparency: Opaque
Surface: Finely carved, three-dimensional high relief
Treatment: -
Origin: Italy
Production: Italian handcraft
Artist / Workshop: Esposito
Signature: Signed in relief
Description:
The oval shell cameo depicts two women's heads in profile, slightly offset from one another. The composition is classically and harmoniously structured, with softly modeled facial features, detailed hair, and carefully executed transitions. The light relief stands out clearly against the warm brown background, lending the image depth and elegance. The signature "Esposito" is integrated into the lower part of the cameo and indicates Italian craftsmanship.
Use:
Suitable for high-quality jewelry settings such as pendants or brooches, as well as an important collector's item of classic Italian cameo art.
Overall impression:
A large-format, high-quality shell cameo with a finely executed double portrait, excellent relief work, and documented Italian provenance. A prestigious piece with high decorative and collector appeal.
