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Set of 11 Cameos

Unknown artist, 1588

Photograph © Ulster Museum

A typical Italian Renasissance set of Caesars, some complete with the lapis lazuli cameos. Part of the finds from the Girona wreck. Purchased after a public appeal by the museum. The 12th piece to complete the set was subsequently found at the same site in 1998, and was supported by a grant in 1999 (see review number 4757).

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Title of artwork, date

Set of 11 Cameos, 1588

Date supported

1972

Medium and material

Gold & pearl & lapis lazuli

Dimensions

4.1 x 2.7 cm

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