Rare loose antique cameo of Perseus and Andromeda. The cameo was made in Italy and dates to c1850. It is museum quality and delicts Perseus, Andromeda and Cupid. The scene shows Perseus releasing Andromeda from her chains on the rock. Perseus is also holding the head of Medusa that he had slain previously. The cameo measures 4.5 cms x 3.6 cms, it has light wear commensurate with age and is in good condition.