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Italian, Milan, early 17th century — Cameo with Christ
Italian, Milan, early 17th century

Cameo with Christ

This early 17th-century cameo from Milan depicts Christ and represents the refined craft of miniature religious portraiture. The work demonstrates the technical skill of Italian artisans working in the cameo tradition.

Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

European Sculpture & Works of Art

June 26, 2024

Estimate: $6,000 – $8,000

Lot 229

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Italian, Milan, early 17th century, Cameo with Christ

This early 17th-century cameo from Milan depicts Christ and represents the refined craft of miniature religious portraiture. The work demonstrates the technical skill of Italian artisans working in the cameo tradition.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Carved, Christ, Early 17th Century, Decorative Arts, Religious, Italian, Portrait, Milan, Cameo, Renaissance