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Cameo – 5 pieces to choose from in onyx - 14×10×0.3 mm – antique and authentic, true works of art with ultimate precision engraving – For collection, exhibition, or jewelry!

Cameo – 5 pieces to choose from in onyx - 14×10×0.3 mm – antique and authentic, true works of art with ultimate precision engraving – For collection, exhibition, or jewelry!

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    About the product:

    Type/name: Cameo in Onyx stone and mother-of-pearl for piece no. 1.

    Origin: Italy

    📐 💎 Dimensions: 14 millimeters high x 10 wide x 3 thick

    Finish/Condition: Like new

    🔬 Treatment: None

    📜 Certificate: Zen Curiosity

    🎁 Ideal for gifting or treating yourself! 

     

    🔹 To know

    Definition of cameo: "The word 'cameo' comes from the Italian cameo"...

    A cameo is a relief engraving, made on a stone with layers of contrasting colors (often agate, onyx, shell) or on glass. Unlike intaglio (incised engraving), the cameo brings out the design by subtracting layers.

    The cameo is a technique of engraving, or even low-relief sculpture, of glyptics used mainly on materials with contrasting color layers (camaïeu).

    It is about taking advantage of this structure by bringing out these colors in desired places to create shapes. This technique has applications in hard stone work, glass, and even mortar.


    🕰️ Period: 17th century (1600–1699):

    🎨 Artistic context:

    The 17th century marks the Baroque, with its expressive and dynamic forms.

    The ancient cameos of this era are often made of agate, carnelian, sardonyx, or shell. Mounted on brooches, rings, necklaces, sometimes set in gold or silver.

    Illustrating mythological figures, royal profiles, biblical scenes, or allegorical emblems.


    🔬 Technical / mineralogical sheet

    Property Typical details
    Support Agate, sardonyx, carnelian, onyx, shell (Cassis or Strombus)
    Technique Relief engraving (by natural or polychrome layers)
    Style Baroque: expressive, deep, sometimes asymmetrical
    Size / dimension Variable: 2 to 6 cm (standard portrait)
    Colors Light layer on dark background (white/beige on brown/orange/black)
    Tools used Manual scrapers, abrasives, pedal mills, water syringes, etc.
    Mounting Silver, 18k gold, gilded bronze (depending on social status)


    🧾 Historical and artistic value

    Aspect Detail
    Origin Italy, France, Germany (renowned production centers: Naples, Florence, Paris)
    Usage Noble jewel, collectible item, symbol of erudition or piety
    Symbolism Allegory of power, feminine beauty, classical knowledge
    Collection Museum or antique piece, highly sought after by collectors


    🧽 Maintenance / conservation

    Advice Precautions
    Gentle cleaning Warm water + microfiber cloth, without solvent
    No immersion Do not soak, especially if mounted with old glue
    Storage In a lined case, protected from humidity
    Avoid Shocks, prolonged exposure to sunlight or heat


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