Cameo Brooches Information and History
Cameo Brooches. Brooches are probably the most popular setting for a cameo. In the early 19th Century brooches set in gold or silver were luxury items and were the privilege…
Artemis Greek Goddess
Artemis Greek Goddess. Artemis was one of the most widely venerated of the Ancient Greek deities. Her Roman equivalent is Diana. Some scholars believe that the name, and indeed the…
Emile Galle Glass Makers Mark
Emile Galle Makers Mark. Émile Gallé (Nancy, 8 May 1846 – Nancy, 23 September 1904) was a French artist who worked in glass, and is considered to be one of…
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H Wigstrom Faberge Makers Mark
H Wigstrom Faberge Makers Mark. Henrik Immanuel Wigström (1862–1923) was one of the most important Fabergé workmasters along with Michael Perchin. Perchin was the head workmaster from 1886 until his…
Nyx Greek Goddess
Nyx Greek Goddess. Nyx is the Greek goddess (or personification) of the night. A shadowy figure, Nyx (Nox in Latin) stood at or near the beginning of creation and mothered…
Athena Greek Goddess
The Ancient Greek goddess Athena / Athene / Pallas-Athene, known as Minerva by the Romans, was the goddess of war, but also of wisdom. In early, archaic portraits of Athena…
Hebe Greek Goddess / Juventas Roman Mythology
Hebe / Juventas - Hebe is the Greek goddess of youth. In Roman mythology she is known as Juventas. Hebe is often depicted in a sleeveless dress. She is also…
Cameo Jewellery Information and History
Cameo jewellery is one of the most popular forms of displaying cameos. Prosperity in the Renaissance era lead to an increase in the demand for jewellery. Jewellery became part of the…
