Cameo earrings featuring the head of the Gorgon Medusa.
The design comprises intricately detailed porcelain cameos mounted in sterling silver fittings. The silver components feature a twisted hoop design and a matching Medusa relief, creating a cohesive classical aesthetic.
Parian porcelain, introduced circa 1845 by the Staffordshire manufacturer Mintons, was named after the Greek island of Paros, renowned for its fine white marble. This unglazed bisque porcelain is prized for its warm, translucent tone and a smooth, silky surface that replicates the appearance of carved stone.
Cameo Dimensions: 24 × 25 mm. Total Height: Approximately 40 mm. Weight: Approximately 5 g per earring.