Impressively large antique Victorian Pinchbeck carved shell cameo brooch; the scene from ancient mythology depicts Stylized goddess (Diana the huntress?) drawing her bow while standing within a small chariot pulled by two rearing horses; she is wearing a half-moon diadem and flowing classical robes - a winged putti is holding the reigns while Diana is aiming with her bow and arrow - or could possibly be the Greek Goddess Artemis - also bears some similarity with the goddess Aurora. The the oval shell cameo is framed by pinchbeck (gold plated on brass) love knot with leaves; there are incised signature and wording to the back of the shell see 21 photos Condition: the frame has some damage to leaves and a spot of lead repair by the pin - otherwise the cameo is in good condition. Size: 7cm x 6cm wide.

Additional Material: Brass
Age: 1850-1899
Antique: Yes
Country of Origin: Italy
Maker: Unbranded
Original/Repro: Original
Product: Shell Cameo Brooch
Style/Period: Victorian