Rare Brooch Cameo of Zeus in 15ct Circa 1860 english from the early 18th c

from the early 18th c

This rare and remarkable Victorian pendant features the initials A I and E

museum quality Georgian garnet brooch will be at the top of your jewelry box

and leaf extensions on the tops of the hooks

was in vogue

Rare Brooch Cameo of Zeus in 15ct Circa 1860 english from the early 18th cZeus, king of the gods, king of our hearts, the virile, curly haired and curly bearded figure is here presented with a lighting bolt at his shoulder in the classical manner of a 19th century female fantasy. Zeus is typically rendered in full figure to exemplify his power through his strong physique, but this cameo showcasing him in profile with a crown of leaves and symbols of his divinity, his identity, frames this piece within the female gaze. The