Description:

**Originally Listed At $300**

Europe, Neoclassical period, ca. 19th century CE. A luminous tribute to the king of the Roman gods, this 19th century European Neoclassical brooch features a carved shell cameo of Jupiter, rendered with serene majesty and classical grace. His profile is noble and commanding, turned to the right, crowned with a laurel wreath that curls with crisp precision through his flowing hair. The beard, full and dignified, frames a visage imbued with quiet authority. Carved in layered shell, the artist used the natural variation of the material to create subtle contrasts between Jupiter's flesh, robe, and background. His draped garment falls in elegant folds across his shoulder, recalling Roman portraiture and the antique revival styles so beloved in the 1800s. The cameo is set in a light gold mount - likely a low karat gold alloy - scalloped and delicately chased to echo the grace of its divine subject. Size: 2" W x 2.1" H (5.1 cm x 5.3 cm); gold quality: 51.4%; weight: 13.9 grams

In Roman mythology, Jupiter (Greek Zeus) presided over law, thunder, and the heavens. Neoclassical artists often turned to his image as a symbol of reason, sovereignty, and enlightened rule. This cameo, wearable as both personal adornment and classical homage, embodies that ideal with quiet grandeur.

Provenance: ex-T.F. Holy Lands collection, formed since the 1960s; ex-private UK collection; ex-Vienna, Austria collection, before 2000

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#195355

  • Condition: Intact, wearable, and in excellent overall condition with nice detail. Pin extends slightly beyond the clasp and may require adjustment to ensure secure and safe wear.

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