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Italy, early 19th century.
4 layers agate
Gold tie pin
Height of the cameo: 2.1 cm
total height: 6.6 cm
Magnificent portrait of Pope Pius VII (1742-1823), realized after his election to the pontificate on March 14, 1800.
Note the talent of the engraver who carved this sculpture through four layers of agate.
