{"product_id":"antique-gold-ring-with-banded-agate-cameo-of-a-woman-late-18th-early-19th-century-italian-lm","title":"Antique Gold Ring with Banded Agate Cameo of a Woman. Late 18th – Early 19th Century, Italian [LM]","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA refined antique gold ring set with a beautifully carved banded agate cameo depicting a woman in classical profile. The cameo is Italian in origin and dates to the late 18th to early 19th century, carved in the neoclassical style inspired by ancient Roman portraiture of the 2nd century AD.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe subject is shown in profile with her hair tied back and adorned with a double-banded diadem, a motif closely associated with classical revival imagery popular during the Grand Tour era. The agate displays a rich, natural palette, with a deep umber ground and the bust rendered in soft bluish-white tones, accented by subtle caramel highlights that follow the stone’s natural banding.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe cameo is mounted in a gold ring of the period, with a hand-crafted setting that complements the sculptural quality of the carving. Pieces such as this were often acquired by travelers and collectors with a taste for antiquity, scholarship, and classical art.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDetails:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e • Banded agate cameo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e • Gold ring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e • Italian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e • Late 18th to early 19th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCondition:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAntique condition consistent with age and use. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA compelling example of neoclassical jewelry that bridges the worlds of fine art, antiquities, and personal adornment. An excellent addition to a collection of antique jewelry or classical cameos.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePlease feel free to reach out with any questions prior to purchase.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"J.G. Antiquary Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52889308659896,"sku":null,"price":1600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/7617\/6824\/files\/ja1.jpg?v=1772139662","url":"https:\/\/jgantiquary.com\/products\/antique-gold-ring-with-banded-agate-cameo-of-a-woman-late-18th-early-19th-century-italian-lm","provider":"J.G. Antiquary Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}