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A Neoclassical gold, diamonds and pearls brooch set with an agate cameo signed PESTRINI.
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A Neoclassical gold, diamonds and pearls brooch set with an agate cameo signed PESTRINI.

Anthea Fine Arts

Date early 19th century

Origine STOCK, London

Dimension 4.2 x 2.1 cm (1⁵/₈ x 0⁷/₈ inches)

This finely executed two-layered agate cameo depicts the bust of a female figure facing right, likely representing Venus inspired from classical Graeco-Roman statuary.
The stone is signed PESTRINI, with a probable attribution to Clemente Pestrini (Italian, active in the early 19th century).
Dating from circa 1810–1820, the brooch is embellished with pearls and old-cut diamonds. The reverse is closed and features a refined textile under glass, adding an additional element of elegance to the piece.

Date: early 19th century

Origine: STOCK, London

Signature: PESTRINI

Dimension: 4.2 x 2.1 cm (1⁵/₈ x 0⁷/₈ inches)

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