{"product_id":"vintage-m-m-scognamiglio-carved-cameo-helmet-shell-classical-profile-846a69b5","title":"Vintage M+M Scognamiglio Carved Cameo Helmet Shell Classical Profile","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginating from Torre del Greco, Italy—the historic epicenter of Mediterranean cameo craftsmanship—this carved helmet shell bears the engraved mark of M+M Scognamiglio. The Scognamiglio family legacy represents generations of master artisans dating back to the 19th century, renowned for transforming natural shells into intricate classical relief sculptures.\u003cbr\u003eThis piece showcases a multi-layered classical female profile, defined by precise detail throughout the hair, diadem, and drape. The ivory-toned relief cuts cleanly through the shell to expose rich salmon, amber, and terracotta striations beneath. Free-standing and substantial in scale, this signed sculpture stands as an authentic work of Italian cameo art for collectors of fine Mediterranean carvings and Grand Tour objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecs\u003cbr\u003e Maker\/Artist: M+M Scognamiglio\u003cbr\u003e Year Made: 1950s\u003cbr\u003e Materials: Natural Helmet Shell (Cypraecassis rufa)\u003cbr\u003e Dimensions: 6\" H x 4.5\" W x 4\" D\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003eThe carved relief remains crisp and undamaged with strong definition across the portrait. The outer shell exhibits minor natural surface variations and a small, shallow fleabite along the bottom rim edge consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scognamiglio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53214836326581,"sku":"Smalls","price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/1327\/8133\/files\/p1_94957d34-c850-47f6-b6ab-045e518032db.jpg?v=1788581539","url":"https:\/\/thegildedfossicker.com\/products\/vintage-m-m-scognamiglio-carved-cameo-helmet-shell-classical-profile-846a69b5","provider":"The Gilded Fossicker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}