"Pegasus" Cameo

940.00

About this product:

Pegasus is the most famous of the winged horses. 
According to the myth, it was born from the soil bathed in spilled blood when
 Perseus cut Medusa's neck. A wild and free animal, Pegasus is initially used by Zeus 
to transport lightning bolts to Olympus. Thanks to the bridles received as a gift from Athena, 
it was subsequently domesticated by Bellerophon, who used it as a mount to kill the Chimera. 
After the death of the hero, which happened to have fallen from Pegasus, the winged horse 
returns among the gods.

Genuine hand carved shell cameo
Cameo size: 77 mm
Shell: Cassis Madagascariensis

Our creations are furnished with certificate of authenticity

The art of cameo carving

The art of cameo craftsmanship is an ancient form of relief engraving, also known as glyptics, on shells and gemstones, representing an artistic tradition that has captivated humanity for centuries, back to ancient Greeks. This refined technique involves creating raised images, with a darker or colored layer contrasting against a lighter background. Cameos are often used to adorn jewelry, such as pendants, rings, and brooches, but also to embellish artworks and clothing ornaments. 

Beauty and expressive power

Even today, cameo carving is done by hand, continuing to enchant jewelry enthusiasts and collectors, embodying an extraordinary blend of artistic mastery and timeless beauty. It is an ancient art form that serves as a testament to the style and history of the era in which it is created, requiring remarkable skill and precision to depict minute details and craft a highly precious object, whose outstanding artistic and artisanal quality comes to life in the hands that created it.

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