This gorgeous antique hand-carved shell cameo brooch features The Three Graces; figures from classical mythology who symbolize charm, beauty, and creativity. Their flowing forms are rendered in exquisite detail, capturing both movement and serenity. Set in a polished gold frame. This brooch embodies refined craftsmanship from the late 1800s/early 1900s.
Each cameo is a miniature sculpture - no two are alike - and this one’s warm peach and ivory tones give it a soft, ethereal glow. Worn as a brooch or pendant, it brings a touch of antique elegance to any ensemble.
A perfect heirloom for the collector who appreciates history, mythology, and the enduring artistry of the cameo tradition.
In Greek mythology, the The Three Graces are known as the Charites, and in Roman tradition as the Gratiae. Their names are often given as Aglaia (Splendor), Euphrosyne (Mirth), and Thalia (Good Cheer). They were believed to be the daughters of Zeus and the Oceanid Eurynome.
The Three Graces are often depicted as three youthful women dancing together or standing in a close embrace, representing the harmonious cycle of giving and receiving beauty, kindness, and joy. In art, they became a recurring motif during the Renaissance and Neoclassical periods, symbolizing the ideals of grace, femininity, and creative inspiration.
In cameo carvings and jewelry - especially during the Victorian and Edwardian eras - The Three Graces were a popular subject, admired for their delicate form and uplifting symbolism. Wearing such a piece was seen as a reflection of refined taste, an appreciation for classical art, and a connection to timeless ideals of beauty and harmony.
Solid 18ct Gold
Hallmarked
Cameo / Shell
Pre-owned one of a kind Vintage/Antique
14 day returns policy
This gorgeous antique hand-carved shell cameo brooch features The Three Graces; figures from classical mythology who symbolize charm, beauty, and creativity. Their flowing forms are rendered in exquisite detail, capturing both movement and serenity. Set in a polished gold frame. This brooch embodies refined craftsmanship from the late 1800s/early 1900s.
Each cameo is a miniature sculpture - no two are alike - and this one’s warm peach and ivory tones give it a soft, ethereal glow. Worn as a brooch or pendant, it brings a touch of antique elegance to any ensemble.
A perfect heirloom for the collector who appreciates history, mythology, and the enduring artistry of the cameo tradition.
In Greek mythology, the The Three Graces are known as the Charites, and in Roman tradition as the Gratiae. Their names are often given as Aglaia (Splendor), Euphrosyne (Mirth), and Thalia (Good Cheer). They were believed to be the daughters of Zeus and the Oceanid Eurynome.
The Three Graces are often depicted as three youthful women dancing together or standing in a close embrace, representing the harmonious cycle of giving and receiving beauty, kindness, and joy. In art, they became a recurring motif during the Renaissance and Neoclassical periods, symbolizing the ideals of grace, femininity, and creative inspiration.
In cameo carvings and jewelry - especially during the Victorian and Edwardian eras - The Three Graces were a popular subject, admired for their delicate form and uplifting symbolism. Wearing such a piece was seen as a reflection of refined taste, an appreciation for classical art, and a connection to timeless ideals of beauty and harmony.
Solid 18ct Gold
Hallmarked
Cameo / Shell
Pre-owned one of a kind Vintage/Antique
14 day returns policy
