CASTELLANI, ETRUSCAN REVIVAL, YELLOW GOLD AND HARDSTONE CAMEO BROOCH
Sale 1075 - Important Jewelry
Sep 13, 2022
10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$1,000 -
$2,000
Sold for $6,250
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
CASTELLANI, ETRUSCAN REVIVAL, YELLOW GOLD AND HARDSTONE CAMEO BROOCH
Containing one carved hardstone cameo depicting a male profile, with wirework surround. 1 1/2 x 1 3/16 inches.
Stamp: (maker's mark)(Vatican hallmark).
Gross weight: 10.80 dwt.
Stamp: (maker's mark)(Vatican hallmark).
Gross weight: 10.80 dwt.
Fortunato Pio Castellani opened a jewelry store in Rome in 1814. He was inspired by his friend, historian and artist Michelangelo Caetani, to replicate ancient goldsmithing techniques. In 1836, Castellani was invited to study the jewelry unearthed from the Etruscan Regolini-Galassi tombs. Fortunato Pio and his sons Augusto and Alessandro continued to research and revive the ancient granulation and wirework techniques used in ancient Roman pieces and incorporated micromosaics, scarabs and cameos in the designs. Castellani jewelry increased in popularity as the archaeological revival styles of the Victorian era were in vogue in the 1860s and 1870s. The company participated in several world’s fairs and the stores became a shopping destination for tourists visiting Italy.
Condition Report
Measurements: The brooch measures approximately 1 1/2 inches by 1 3/16 inches.
Overall Condition: There is discoloration to the gold. The Vatican hallmark indicates 18 karat gold. The clasp on the brooch fitting is not original.
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