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Source Description
Teresa Talani, a Roman gem carver based in Naples, signed this cameo portrait of Napoleon's first wife, Josephine. The pendant formerly belonged to Marshal Henri-Gratien Bertrand, who loyally accompanied Napoleon to his exile in Saint Helena. This is one of 37 cameos known by the artist.
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Document identity
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17181
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Cameo of the Empress Josephine
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17181
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title
Cameo of the Empress Josephine
description
Teresa Talani, a Roman gem carver based in Naples, signed this cameo portrait of Napoleon's first wife, Josephine. The pendant formerly belonged to Marshal Henri-Gratien Bertrand, who loyally accompanied Napoleon to his exile in Saint Helena. This is one of 37 cameos known by the artist.
provenance
Marshal Henri-Gratien Bertrand [1773-1844]; inherited by Marquis A. Biron, Paris [1]. Purchased by Philippe Sichel, Paris; purchased by William T. Walters (through George Lucas as agent), Baltimore, July 27 1892; inherited by Henry Walters, Baltimore, 1894; by bequest to Walters Art Museum, 1931.[1] From his grandmother, the wife of Marshal Henri-Gratien Bertrand
date
ca. 1797
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CC0
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en
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Precious Stones & Gems
pendants
cameos
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3
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3
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H: 1 3/16 in. (3 cm)
Source extras
inscriptions
[Signature] At bottom center: Teresa Talani
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agate, gold, enamel
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2705
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EAN
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2054
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2704
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photo
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