1920s
Bakelite cameo in a moulded rose and ribbon frame.
There is a small chip from the rose at the lower edge.
This is hardly noticeable and does not detract. The
price reflects the damage.
The
brooch measures 2 1/4" high, 1 5/8" across.
Our
Price £65.00
Ancient
and Renaissance cameos were made from
semi-precious gemstones, especially the various
types of onyx and agate, and any other stones with
a flat plane where two contrasting colours meet;
these are "hardstone" cameos. In cheaper
modern work, shell and glass are more common.
Glass cameo vessels, such as the famous Portland
Vase, were also developed by the Romans.
