Gioielli e gemme di vetro artificiale

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Gorgeous emerald green Venetian Cameo with an antiqued finish (whitish patches) - see 5th image. According to Raspe's descriptive catalogue of Tassie engraved gems this is the Roman Emperor Geta. Lightly frosted matt finish to the background of this piece. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ NB: One piece has a very tiny chip on the back edge. Rare yellow colour. Oval Venetian Cameo with a lightly frosted matte finish to the front of the piece. This image closely resembles an image of Ceres, the Roman Goddess of Agriculture with two ears of corn. I am not 100% sure of this, will update if more information comes to hand. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Oval purple Venetian intaglio. This I don't doubt has complex symbolism - it may signify the battle between gods of two different lands - it may be a Persian/Iranian tale, or it may be of the Mithraic mysteries. If I waited until I had identified all these images, I would never get anything listed for sale!! Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Another powerful Venetian Cameo. It looks a little 'pitted' in the photos but it really is a very nice piece in the flesh - the camera close-ups show much more than the naked eye. This is Vitellius crowned with laurel. He was a Roman Emperor for eight months in AD69 a year old civil war known as the Year of the Four Emperors. Great colour, lovely rich dark grape. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Beautiful colour - rich dark amber, often named 'carnelian' but not to be confused with the stone. The back of this Venetian cameo has a frosted matte finish. Wonderful carving of Minerva, the Roman Goddess of Wisdom and War ~ her Greek counterpart is Athena. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Baby blue coloured oval Venetian Cameo with a frosted/matte finish to both sides. Beautiful profile portrait of Juno, Roman Goddess of Love & Marriage and wife of Jupiter. Victorian Era Cameo - Queen Victoria brought the cameo back into fashion with her personal love of this style of jewellery & craftsmen such as James Tassie reproduced many ancient pieces into what were then 'modern day' gems. Now Tagliamonte brings these pieces into the 21 century with their Venetian glass renditions. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Small rectangular amber Venetian Intaglio - sometimes this colour is named 'carnelian'. The Greek Sphinx, a female monster with the head of a woman, wings of an eagle and the body of a lion. Mythical beasts and stories filled with magic and wonder - these pieces from Tagliamonte are filled with the energies to fire your imaginations & release your inner child. PLEASE NOTE: As compared with most of these pieces these images are not quite so clearly defined. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ High relief, dimensional carving of a Seashell - the detail is amazing. For the Ancient Greeks & Romans, seashells symbolised prosperity and regeneration - also the goddess Venus/Aphrodite, who came from the depths of the sea, and fertility. Very pretty soft pink Venetian Cameo in the shape of the shell. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Gorgeous pastel aquamarine blue colour Venetian Intaglio. This piece has a slightly rounded, curved top surface and also has a pre-drilled hole at the top. 'Fortuna' is the Goddess of Fate and Chance and is presented here with some of her symbols - the cornucopia, sphere & ships rudder. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Lovely colour - orange undertoned Amber - Venetian intaglio. The detail in this carving is outstanding. I haven't identified this character as yet - probably Roman & he could be a Senator or a famous Poet or Artist. NB: slightly rough edge, at top of the back (4th picture) Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Coat of Arms image - this has an Eagle as the crest with crossed flags as the element on the shield. Red rectangular Venetian Intaglio - these pieces are non-transparent with some colour variation. The edge is slightly bevelled, tapered in, at the back. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Nice golden amber colour Venetian intaglio. Apollo is the Greco Roman Sun God - god of Light, prophecy & music. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Okay, I need help with this one!! The position of the beast is important - I think the beast is a hound, it's tongue is sticking out and it is in the 'passant' position. Below this is a roundel with an initial 'B' - as it is in reverse it is most likely a reproduction of a wax 'seal'. Non-transparent bright red rectangular Venetian Intaglio. The edge is slightly bevelled, tapered in, at the back. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Gorgeous fresh green beautifully textured and detailed Venetian cameo in the shape of a Seahorse. The Ancient Greeks and Romans believed the Seahorse was an attribute of the sea god Neptune/Poseidon and a such was a symbol of strength and power. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ This is a great shape, the ellipse - beautiful for earrings, or a ring. Lovely honey amber colour Venetian intaglio. This image is both Cupid and Apollo - Apollo is represented symbolically by the Harp. You will receive a little booklet with more information about this image. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ This lovely dark cobalt blue oval Venetian intaglio depicts a ships anchor and wheel. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Wonderfully textured and detailed clear Venetian cameo in the shape of a Starfish. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ PLEASE NOTE: Each of these pieces are a little different in colour, size & shape. Coat of Arms image - I think this is an eagle at the crest, the shield has faint stripes and the mantle is most likely laurel. Cobalt blue Venetian Intaglio - not completely opaque, a little light comes through. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ So cute!! Lovely soft lime green colour Venetian cameo in the shape of an Fish facing to the left. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ PLEASE NOTE: This piece has a very small uneven area on the bottom left front edge - very minimal. Rich amber coloured Venetian Cameo - sometimes named 'carnelian' but not to be confused with the stone. Nice framed oval piece with a raised carving of Tutankhamun's burial mask - or at least an Egyptian Pharaoh. The surface of the front is a lightly frosted matt finish. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ These are gorgeous Venetian Intaglios - lovely teardrop shape and in a beautiful rich amber, or carnelian colour. One of the nine Greek Muses - I have identified her as Erato, the Muse of Lyric Poetry, holding her Lyre. Multiple pieces available. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ This is an amazing Venetian intaglio - the inverse of the cameo piece. Taken from the famous 17th century Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer's oil painting of the 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' - it is a truly stunning piece. Lovely smoky grey colour Venetian glass. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Ancient Greek Theatre Comedy Mask. Very dimensional, high relief pale aqua blue Venetian glass cameo. I found it very difficult to capture this piece, probably needed to be on a dark background for more contrast, but I hope there is enough for you to get the idea of it. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Rectangular purple Venetian intaglio. Very complex image oh Hercules dragging Cerberus and Pluto with his head encircled with rays.. There are many symbols in this intaglio - an eagle, moon, stars, spears - it has a powerful tale to tell. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Beautiful high relief dimensional cameo of a woman's head - I have named her 'Hera' wife of Zeus - but I am happy to be corrected. She is wearing a crown or tiara - lovely elegant piece. Rich dark amber coloured cameo. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ So cute!! Lovely baby blue colour Venetian cameo in the shape of an Angelfish. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ So cute!! Lovely emerald green colour Venetian cameo in the shape of an Angelfish. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ So cute!! Baby Blue Venetian cameo in the shape of an Octopus.. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Beautiful carving of Apollo the god of light in a very soft light purple Venetian Cameo. If buying these as a pair they are about as closely matched in colour as is possible - one is marginally thicker than the other which gives it just a bit more depth of colour, but I am just being absolutely nit-picky here - they are very close & would work well as a pair. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ So cute!! Lovely bright aqua blue colour Venetian cameo in the shape of an Angelfish. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Interesting piece - diamond shaped honey amber Venetian Intaglio - with the image of Hercules & Ceryneia, the sacred deer of Diana. Quite the tale to this the Third Labour of Hercules - involving a deer with golden horns & hooves of bronze, Eurystheus the King of Myceane and the hero of the tale Hercules. You will receive a little booklet with more of their story. NB: Very tiny little chip on the front edge (top left edge) - doesn't interfere with piece, barely noticeable. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Left facing. This is gorgeous - beautifully textured and detailed Venetian cameo in the shape of a Seahorse in a lovely golden amber colour. The Ancient Greeks and Romans believed the Seahorse was an attribute of the sea god Neptune/Poseidon and a such was a symbol of strength and power. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Because of the depth of this cameo the colour ranges from a deep purple to a softer semi transparent grape. There is some power in the image of this man! Formerly identified as Cicero my research now leads me to Vespasian, Roman Emperor from AD69 to AD79 founding the Flavian dynasty. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.

~ SHIPPING RATES CHANGED ~ Lovely fresh lime green colour round Venetian Cameo with profile of Arethusa surrounded with dolphins. Arethusa was one of the sea nymphs - Nereids - who transformed into a spring. Some of these photos may show the image through the back, or at an angle which may distort the shape but shows a clearer depiction of the actual image. Like a natural stone, these pieces may have inclusions and markings within the glass itself. Collectors ~ own your own genuine Made in Italy handcrafted Tagliamonte Venetian Cameo. Jewellers ~ create your own unique designs with these exclusive authentic loose Tagliamonte Venetian Cameos and Intaglios.