Giovanni Battasta Cerbara and Sons
Information on Giovanni Battasta Cerbara and his sons. Giovanni Battasta Cerbara and his sons Giuseppe (1770-1856) and Niccolo (1793-1869) were celebrated Roman medallists and gem engravers of the 18th and…
Nymphs Greek Mythology
Nymphs were graceful beings who presided over the woods, grottoes, streams and streams etc. They were depicted as beautiful maidens of fairy-like form and robed in more or less shadowy…
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Lions in Cameos and Intaglios
Lions are a popular animal depicted in cameos, intaglios and other art. They are often associated with strength and royalty. They also have a place in mythology such as the…
Tuccia Roman Religion
Information on Tuccia and her depiction in cameos. Tuccia was one of the priestesses of Vesta, the goddess of the hearth in ancient Rome. In order to best perform their…
Eurydice Greek Mythology
Information of Eurydice in Greek mythology and her depiction in cameos. Although there seems to be plenty of artwork depicting Eurydice, cameos are quite rare. However, when she is found…
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Giovanni Pichler
Information on Giovanni Pichler and a gallery of cameos that he carved. Giovanni Pichler (1721-91), son of the gem cutter Antonio Pichler and brother to Luigi, was an eminent gem…
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Pierre-Andre Montauban
Information on Pierre-Andre Montauban and a gallery of his work. Pierre-André Montauban was a goldsmith and was described as a bijoutier-garnisseur, suggesting that much of his work involved mounting pieces by other craftsmen.
Hellenistic / Ancient Greek Cameos
Information on Hellenistic cameos. The Hellenistic period covers the period of Mediterranean history between the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC and the emergence of the Roman Empire…
Giovanni Antonio Santarelli
Giovanni Antonio Santarelli was a sculptor / medallist and gem engraver. He was also known as Santarelli, Giovanni Antonio. Giovanni Antonio Santarelli (1769-1826), a highly skilled Italian gem engraver and…
Mermaids
Information on mermaids in cameos and other art. Mermaids are usually depicted as half human and half fish. They have been popular in many forms of art, including cameos, for…
