A lava cameo brooch. The grey-tone lava carved to depict a Bacchante, with vine leaves through her hair, to the oval surround with engraved ribbon detail top and bottom. Length 5.5cms. Weight 29.8gms.
This lot is in fair condition, with scratches, dints and tarnish to the metal surface in keeping with age and wear. The lava is smoothed to the higher relief parts of the carving. The pin has its sharp point deficient. Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.