Mars and Venus Cameo: 16th c.; Mount: 18th c.
Onyx: white on grey; gilt-brass collet mount with suspension loop and ring | 2.8 x 2.3 cm (cameo) | RCIN 65227
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Cameo depicting full-length naked figures of Mars and Venus, beneath a tree. Mars sits on his armour with his shield behind him; he is embraced by Venus, who is seated on his left knee.
This cameo is a 16th century version of an ancient theme and probably based on a bronze medal.
Text adapted from Ancient and Modern Gems and Jewels in the Collection of Her Majesty The Queen, London, 2008Provenance
First recorded in the Royal Collection in 1872
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Medium and techniques
Onyx: white on grey; gilt-brass collet mount with suspension loop and ring
Measurements
2.8 x 2.3 cm (cameo)
