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A Renaissance Agate Cameo set in a Silver pendant. The Muse Polyhymnia

£ 1200

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a renaissance agate cameo set in a silver pendant. the muse polyhymnia

A Renaissance Agate Cameo set in a Silver pendant. The Muse Polyhymnia

£ 1200

18.5 × 26 × 3 mm | 2.65 g
16th – 17th century
Possibly ancient cameo remployed in the Renaissance


A finely carved cameo depicting a draped female figure in a contemplative pose. She wears a flowing tunic and mantle, her legs elegantly crossed as she leans against a rocky pillar. Her chin rests pensively upon the palm of her left hand—the characteristic attitude of Polyhymnia, Muse of sacred poetry and eloquence.

The carver skillfully exploited the natural banding of the agate, reserving the warm amber-toned layer for the figure while leaving the cool grey ground as background.

A diagonal break runs through the stone; however, the gem remains solid within its silver mount and fully wearable. 

The cameo is mounted in a simple silver bezel with suspension loop, likely dating from the period of carving or shortly thereafter.
European private collection; acquired on the art market, early 2000s.

Each piece of jewellery is delivered with an authentification certificate signed by Bianca Massard and Gabriele Vangelli de Cresci experts, including additional documentation if existing and exhaustive description of the piece.
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Each piece of jewellery is delivered with an authentification certificate signed by Bianca Massard and Gabriele Vangelli de Cresci experts, including additional documentation if existing and exhaustive description of the piece.
Pictures are part of the description and show state of conservation of the item. For additional pictures please contact us. (see contact section)

Shipping and pick-up at the store options can be chosen during check out.

Our exclusive delivery partner is ThePackengers.
ThePackengers, specialized in the packaging and transport of works of art and collectibles, already collaborates with the largest auction houses as Drouot, but also with galleries, fairs, antique dealers, decorators and e-marketplaces.
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