Back to forms. They differ in that cameos are raised portraits, while intaglios are carved down into the surface of the material. Both typically take advantage of different colored layers of material. Back to forms. Sculpture G emstones can be carved, like other materials, into almost any form, limited only by the talents of the sculptor.
Carving is accomplished with a variety of diamond-impregnated steel bits,saws, and grindstones.
Last updated 2 January 1999.