A rare antique shell cameo depicting a dog and child fishing, presented in an oval gold-filled mount. The detailed narrative scene makes this a particularly engaging collectors cameo, wearable as both a brooch and pendant.
Key features
- Natural carved shell cameo
- Dog and child fishing scene
- Oval brooch and pendant setting
- Gold-filled mount
- Handmade in Italy
Period & background
The piece is Victorian and its unusual subject gives it a distinctive storytelling quality.
Condition
Fine hairline cracks are present in the shell, with evidence of historic solder to the mount. These points are visible in the photographs and reflected in the description.
