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…
Cameo Parures Information and History
Information on cameo parures. A parure is a set of jewellery which can be a combination of a matching necklace, earrings, brooch, bracelet and often a diadem or tiara. A…
Tiffany Studios Makers Mark and Information
Information on Tiffany Studios including a gallery of glass items made by the firm and makers mark. Louis Comfort Tiffany was an artist and designer famed for his Art Nouveau…
Thomas Webb & Sons Makers Mark and Information
Information on Thomas Webb & Sons including a gallery of glass items made by the firm and makers mark. Thomas Webb & Sons was an English glass company, founded in…
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Chalcedony
Information on chalcedony and its use in cameos and cameo carving. Chalcedony is a type of quartz that occurs in several different forms including onyx and agate. It has a waxy…
Ariadne Greek Mythology
There are many legends regarding Ariadne in Greek mythology although it seems Ariadne was a princess of Crete. She was a daughter of King Minos and his Queen, Pasiphaë, and…
Russian Cameos and Cameo Glass
Russian cameos have a style all of their own. Russian makers such as Faberge are excellent goldsmiths and their cloisonne is superb. Below are some examples of Russian cameos and…
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Enamel Set Cameos
Enamel Set Cameos. Enameling has been used for centuries and has often been used with cameos. The enamel used most often in jewellery and object d'art is vitreous of enamelling …
Roman Cameos and Cameo Glass
Roman cameos and cameo glass are not only beautiful items but also tell us the history of the Romans through art. The Romans were highly proficient in cameo glass making…
