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LOT 0381
German Carnelian Cameo of Maria Theresa Mounted in a Brooch
18TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (9.69 grams, 37 mm).
Skilfully carved cameo depicting the jewelled profile bust of Maria Theresa facing right, the background is highly polished, whilst the relief is rendered with contrasting polished and matt elements; the high-carat gold brooch setting likely original to the jewel and set with a border of blister pearls.
ProvenanceAcquired on the European art market.
FootnotesMaria Theresa Walburga Amalia Christina (c.1717-80) was ruler of the Habsburg dominions from 1740 until she died in 1780, and the only woman to hold the position suo jure. She was the sovereign of Austria, Hungary, Croatia, Bohemia, Transylvania, Mantua, Milan, Lodomeria and Galicia, the Austrian Netherlands, and Parma.
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LOT 0381
German Carnelian Cameo of Maria Theresa Mounted in a Brooch
Estimate £1,000 - 1,400€1,160 - 1,620 (for guidance only)$1,350 - 1,890 (for guidance only)
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