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Summary:
Practical and comprehensive guide to the mythological subjects of
nineteenth century cameos
Well-illustrated with specific examples to facilitate recognition
Comprehensive price guide
A cameo dealer’s tips on which cameos to buy and which to avoid
Uncomplicated guide to recognizing various cameo materials |
Nineteenth Century Cameos by Michele Rowan
Size: 240 x 295mm
Pages: 128
Illustrations: 129 color plates
Until now, there has been
no book available which explains the characters and scenes depicted on
nineteenth century cameos, inspired by Greek and Roman mythology.
Michele
Rowan, a long-established cameo dealer and collector, has produced a
fascinating guide to help the reader identify these mythological subjects,
and to explain their significance in Victorian times. The text is directly
linked to the colour illustrations to aid recognition. Straightforward information is also provided on the materials and tools used
by cameo-carvers, many of whom were Italians producing souvenirs for the
tourist trade. Some of the most eminent gem-engravers signed their work and
examples of their superb craftsmanship are illustrated and discussed. The detailed captions to most of the cameos shown include current values,
and the author has also produced a useful guide for the collector on
purchasing and caring for cameos and what to look for when starting a
collection. Nineteenth Century Cameos is an invaluable reference book for
collectors, dealers and anyone interested in the cameo as a beautiful piece
of jewellery which has a story to tell.
The Author
Michele Rowan has
been buying and selling cameos in London for fourteen years. A history
graduate from Sydney University, she is a member of LAPADA and of the London
and Japan Antique Jewellery Dealers’ Association.
She gives lectures on cameos, most recently to the Friends of the V & A, and
has appeared on television programs giving advice on purchasing antique
jewellery. Price: out of stock
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