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Cassis madagascariensis - Cameo - Hand-engraved cameo

Cassis madagascariensis - Cameo - Hand-engraved cameo

Splendid and imposing oval cameo in Cassis Madagascariensis shell, entirely hand-engraved and presented inside a refined octagonal gold frame in antique/baroque style, with interior lined in elegant green velvet. The iconography of the cameo can be interpreted as an allegory of Pure Love and Peace. The dove, always an emblem of fidelity, innocence and harmony, joined with floral abundance, recalls the renewal of nature and spiritual beauty. The roses, traditionally associated with love and grace, give the scene a poetic and timeless character. The work was created and signed by G. Aversano, Master Engraver of Torre del Greco, the artistic capital of shell engraving. Total weight 849.64 g Frame size 32 cm (height) x 29 cm (width) Frame depth 40 mm Cameo weight 20.33 g Cameo size 70.4 mm (height) x 54 mm (width) Will be shipped with a materials warranty and protective packaging.

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