Neoclassical Cameo Depicting A Pontiff, On A Marble Base. Early 19th Century

Elegant Neoclassical cameo in relief depicting a papal profile, finely carved on a black background in a bichromatic material (likely agate or layered glass), in bas-relief or pâte de verre style. The cameo is mounted on a rectangular slab of white marble with delicate pinkish veining. It portrays a pope in profile wearing richly decorated papal vestments, probably a commemorative piece dating from the late 18th to early 19th century.

A refined collector’s item, ideal for lovers of Neoclassicism, religious portraiture, or ecclesiastical decorative art. Also perfect as a display piece in classical or historic interiors.