Victorian Angel in Cemetery Cameo archaeological revival Early details include metal armature

Early details include metal armature for the more delicate golden exterior

from the fact that he there represented in small squares of different colors the remnants of a banquet lying upon the pavement and other things which are usually swept away with the broom

early 19th C (1820-30)

chain length 18”

the lavalier often has delicate shape

Victorian Angel in Cemetery Cameo archaeological revival Early details include metal armatureThe cult of Victorian memorial jewelry is famous not only for its wide spread prevalence, but for its cheeky peculiarity. This cameo, Id venture to say, is a product of both sides of the memorial jewelry coin. This exceptional cameo depicts a tearful angel kneeling beside a grave with a large locket swinging from his wrists. With wind in his shawl and a dagger in his sash, he preys and a cross topped grave for a loved one to return. The detail of his