Exceptional shell cameo carving of the bust of Eros in profile c.1840.
Carved in Bulls Mouth shell and set to a granulated high carat gold frame.
2 inches by 2 1/4 inches.
Original fitted case Foord of Hastings.
Scratch signed to the reverse.
The bust of Eros viewed from this position can be found in c18th engravings and hardstones but is only rarely seen in shell cameos.