A beautiful piece of vintage artistry, ready for its next chapter.
Sourced in Paris, this striking loose Blackamoor cameo features a raised, intricately carved portrait of a Black woman, with expressive facial features and beautifully textured hair.
The portrait is carved from ebony or jet and is affixed to a contrasting dark backing, possibly onyx or another hardstone. This two-part construction is known as a composite cameo, in which a separately carved relief is mounted onto a background material.
Measuring 21mm × 16mm, this petite portrait offers wonderful possibilities for a custom jewelry project. Imagine it bezel-set in yellow gold as a pendant, transformed into a distinctive statement ring, or incorporated into a bespoke design.
A special find for collectors of vintage cameos, portrait jewelry, and historic decorative arts.
Details
Type: Vintage loose composite cameo
Subject: Raised portrait of a Black woman
Portrait material: Possibly ebony or jet; untested
Backing: Possibly onyx or another dark hardstone; untested
Construction: Two-piece composite cameo
Dimensions: 21mm × 16mm
Weight: 2.70 grams
Origin of acquisition: Paris, France
Age: Vintage; exact period undetermined
Condition: Vintage, with visible adhesive at the junction of the portrait and backing
Setting: Unmounted; sold as a loose cameo
A Note on Condition
This cameo is a vintage composite piece, with a small amount of adhesive visible where the raised portrait meets its backing. Please review all photographs and video carefully. Materials have not been independently tested or authenticated.
Make It Your Own
This cameo is a wonderful candidate for a custom jewelry project, whether you envision a bezel-set pendant, a statement ring, or another one-of-a-kind creation.
A skilled local jeweler may be able to create a setting for you. Alternatively, Jewels & Other Gems can discuss custom-setting options through our jeweler for an additional fee, subject to feasibility and a separate quote.
Interested in having this cameo set? Email us or send a DM to @jewelsandothergems on Instagram to discuss design possibilities, pricing, and next steps.
Listing price includes the loose cameo only. Custom design, setting, materials, and labor are not included.
One vintage find. Endless possibilities.
A beautiful piece of vintage artistry, ready for its next chapter.
Sourced in Paris, this striking loose Blackamoor cameo features a raised, intricately carved portrait of a Black woman, with expressive facial features and beautifully textured hair.
The portrait is carved from ebony or jet and is affixed to a contrasting dark backing, possibly onyx or another hardstone. This two-part construction is known as a composite cameo, in which a separately carved relief is mounted onto a background material.
Measuring 21mm × 16mm, this petite portrait offers wonderful possibilities for a custom jewelry project. Imagine it bezel-set in yellow gold as a pendant, transformed into a distinctive statement ring, or incorporated into a bespoke design.
A special find for collectors of vintage cameos, portrait jewelry, and historic decorative arts.
Details
Type: Vintage loose composite cameo
Subject: Raised portrait of a Black woman
Portrait material: Possibly ebony or jet; untested
Backing: Possibly onyx or another dark hardstone; untested
Construction: Two-piece composite cameo
Dimensions: 21mm × 16mm
Weight: 2.70 grams
Origin of acquisition: Paris, France
Age: Vintage; exact period undetermined
Condition: Vintage, with visible adhesive at the junction of the portrait and backing
Setting: Unmounted; sold as a loose cameo
A Note on Condition
This cameo is a vintage composite piece, with a small amount of adhesive visible where the raised portrait meets its backing. Please review all photographs and video carefully. Materials have not been independently tested or authenticated.
Make It Your Own
This cameo is a wonderful candidate for a custom jewelry project, whether you envision a bezel-set pendant, a statement ring, or another one-of-a-kind creation.
A skilled local jeweler may be able to create a setting for you. Alternatively, Jewels & Other Gems can discuss custom-setting options through our jeweler for an additional fee, subject to feasibility and a separate quote.
Interested in having this cameo set? Email us or send a DM to @jewelsandothergems on Instagram to discuss design possibilities, pricing, and next steps.
Listing price includes the loose cameo only. Custom design, setting, materials, and labor are not included.
One vintage find. Endless possibilities.
