Victorian cameo earrings from the 19th century – Mythology and femininity in gold
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These extraordinary Victorian earrings, made around 1830, demonstrate refined elegance and striking symbolism. Finely carved cameos, set in 18-carat yellow gold and enhanced with black enamel, depict timeless profiles adorned with crescent moons and botanical motifs. These design elements evoke connections to mythology and nature, reflecting the Victorian fascination with storytelling through jewelry. A remarkable testament to 19th-century craftsmanship, these earrings are not mere ornaments, but objects that connect us to an era steeped in beauty and meaning.
Group of objects of antique jewelry
long pendant earrings
Condition
in very good condition, although there are slight imperfections on the surface of the black enamel.
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Country of origin
Although it bears no readable hallmark, we believe it is of French or Belgian origin.
Style
Victorian – Victorian decorative arts refer to the style of decorative arts from the Victorian era. This period is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historical styles, as well as the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the Middle East and Asia into furniture, accessories, and interior decoration. Victorian design is largely perceived as having shown a regrettable excess of ornamentation. The Arts and Crafts movement, the Aesthetic movement, the Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau all have their origins in the late Victorian era.
See also: Victorian
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Period
circa 1830
Events and facts from this period, poetry from this period, fashion from this period.
Source of inspiration
Mythology (?)
Theme
Mythology and femininity, reflected in crescent moons and botanical motifs, symbolizing harmony and natural beauty.
Material
18K
yellow gold (tested with touchstone)
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Techniques
Enameling is an ancient and widely practiced technique. The Egyptians of Antiquity applied enamels to pottery and stone objects. The Greeks, Celts, Russians, and Chinese of Antiquity also used enameling techniques on metal objects. Enamel is the colorful result of fusing glass powder onto a substrate by firing, generally between 750 and 850 °C. The powder melts, flows, and hardens to form a smooth, durable glassy coating on metal, glass, or ceramic. According to some sources, the word enamel comes from the Old High German 'smelzan' (to melt) via Old French 'esmail.' Used as a noun, 'an enamel' refers to a decorative object, generally small in size, covered with a layer of enamel, such as a champlevé or cloisonné (different techniques).
The cameo is a method of sculpture, or a jewel or vessel made in this way. It features a raised image (positive). There are three main materials for cameo sculpture: shells or agate (called hardstone cameo) and glass. Cameos can be made by placing a carved relief, such as a portrait, on a contrasting colored background. This is then called an assembled cameo. It is also possible to carve a cameo directly into a material with integrated layers or bands, such as (banded) agate or layered glass, where the different layers have different colors. Dyes are sometimes used to enhance these colors. Cameos are often worn as jewelry. Very fine stone cameos were made in Greece as early as the 6th century BC. They were very popular in ancient Rome, and one of the most famous stone cameos of that period is the Gemma Claudia, made for the Emperor Claudius. This technique has since experienced periodic revivals, notably at the beginning of the Renaissance, then in the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries.
Characteristics
Illegible remains.
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Dimensions
height 7.60 cm (2.99 inches)
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Weight
9.90 grams (6.37 dwt)
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