ITALIAN GOLD FRAMED CARVED SHELL OVAL CAMEO,Made by G. Apa (scratch carved signature on reverse). Horizontal oval carved with celebration scene and dancers engaged in the tarantela. Carved gold frame having applied musical motifs including instruments, notes, masks, flowers and leaves; set with pin back for use as large brooch. W: 4 1/2 in. In blue velvet presentation box stamped "G. Apa ditta Torre del Breco. Custom-made for the present owner. Circa 1975. Estimate $6,000-8,000
