19th Century Aurora Fresco Cameo Brooch unisex Crafted in sterling silver

Crafted in sterling silver

Crafted in 15 carat yellow gold throughout

some of the silver plating has worn away at the clasp

and Easter Australia

19th Century Aurora Fresco Cameo Brooch unisex Crafted in sterling silverAlso described as 'The Triumph of Apollo led by the Aurora', this shell cameo has been carved after the Aurora Fresco: a large Baroque ceiling fresco painted in 1614 by Guido Reni for the Casino, or garden house, adjacent to the Palazzo Pallavicini Rospigliosi, built on the site of the ancient Baths of Constantine in Rome. The scene, from right to left, depicts "Aurora (Dawn) in a golden billowing dress with her garlands flying over a dim lit