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Victorian Carved Shell Bacchus Cameo Brooch
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Victorian Carved Shell Bacchus Cameo Brooch

19th century
Sold 20 August 2025 · Corvidae Antique
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Description

A lovely example of a 19th century cameo mounted into a jet surround and depicting a figure with beautiful tendrils of hair entwined with grapes and vine leaves - traditionally signifying Bacchus, the god of wine and festivities, or a Bacchante, one of his followers. The hand carving is so nicely done, executed with real elegance and still lovely and crisp.

The cameo is in very good antique condition, with no chips or cracks to the carved figure. The jet surround has a chip and a few nibbles to the inside edge, and some chips around the clasp plate on the back, but is in good solid condition. Fixes with a sturdy metal clasp.

Size: Approximately 4.1 x 4.8cm.

Weight: 14.1g.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
4.8cm (1.89")
Width
4.1cm (1.61")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Declaration

Corvidae Antique has dated this Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1007220
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Description
A lovely example of a 19th century cameo mounted into a jet surround and depicting a figure with beautiful tendrils of hair entwined with grapes and vine leaves - traditionally signifying Bacchus, the god of wine and festivities, or a Bacchante, one of his followers. The hand carving is so nicely done, executed with real elegance and still lovely and crisp.

The cameo is in very good antique condition, with no chips or cracks to the carved figure.

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The jet surround has a chip and a few nibbles to the inside edge, and some chips around the clasp plate on the back, but is in good solid condition.
Corvidae Antique

Fixes with a sturdy metal clasp.

Size: Approximately 4.1 x 4.8cm.

Weight: 14.1g.

FREE INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING!

Apologies but we cannot ship to Germany, any orders from Germany will be cancelled and refunded.

Height
4.8cm (1.89")
Width
4.1cm (1.61")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1007220
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An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Carved Shell Bacchus Cameo Brooch

Archive II An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame. View II
Archive III An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame. View III
Archive IV An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame. View IV
Archive V An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame. View V
Archive VI An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame. View VI
Archive VII An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame. View VII
Archive VIII An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame. View VIII
Archive IX An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame. View IX
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An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame.
Victorian Carved Shell Bacchus Cameo Brooch
Ref: SA1007220
An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a white hand-carved profile of Bacchus adorned with grapes, set inside a smooth black frame.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialShell, Glass
  • ColourBlack and White
  • MotifsHand-carved relief, Classical profile, Mythological figure, Moulded frame
  • SizeH 4.8 cm (2 in) x W 4.1 cm (2 in) x D 0.5 cm (0 in)

FAQs

A Victorian shell cameo brooch is a wearable piece of art featuring a raised relief carving, typically executed in layered conch or helmet shells, depicting classical mythological figures, portraits, or historical scenes popular during the 19th century.

Antique cameos were traditionally carved from natural materials with contrasting colour layers, such as sardonyx, carnelian, and various sea shells, set within frames crafted from gold, silver, pinchbeck, or moulded glass.

Authentic Victorian cameos can be identified by examining the natural growth lines visible on the reverse of the shell under magnification, the hand-carved tool marks, and period-appropriate hardware such as C-clasps and tube hinges.

Vintage cameo brooches can be styled in modern interiors as framed display pieces in shadow boxes or worn traditionally pinned to the lapel of a tailored blazer, a heavy knit cardigan, or the collar of a blouse.

Shell cameos are delicate and porous; they should be cleaned gently with a soft, dry cloth, kept away from harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, and excessive moisture, and stored flat in a lined jewellery box.
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