Yay or nay? (Cameo brooch)

[Joanne10]

I had the same impression. Your cameo reminds of me of Roman busts - deeply carved, front facing is rarer to see - it seems like an older style and yours seems Italian. You could search on the hairstyle, jewelry the person is wearing and facial features- but I’m not an expert. I cannot wait to hear your impressions and see your photos when it arrives.

Here’s a mid 19th Century Bacchante front facing bust from Italy. It’s possible yours is older since it’s not as finely carved as the one I link to although just as interesting.

Rarest Bacchante Front Face - Cased - Antique Cameos

Rarest Bacchante Front Face - Cased - Antique Cameos

antiquecameos.net

Oh, she’s fabulous! And her face is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing!

I’d love mine to be very very old (the older, the better!). Seller assumes 1860-1880, which was the height of Etruscan Revival style, from what I could find online. I wish I could get a more precise date.

 

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