Delicate New Rococo Pendant Made of Salmon-Coloured Coral Set in Gold, ca. 1890

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Delicate New Rococo Pendant Made of Salmon-Coloured Coral Set in Gold, ca. 1890

€ 1,490.00 ^*

Content 1 piece

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Description

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Nineteenth-century historicism drew freely from the rich variety of forms found in past eras. Alongside the Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles, the Rococo also experienced a new heyday. Particularly in the years leading up to 1900, the Neo-Rococo style revived its curved lines, dynamic rocaille motifs, and playful lightness. This pendant depicts a putto surrounded by softly flowing, plant-like forms. The childlike figure is carved from coral: the round face, the small hands, and the crossed legs stand out in relief, while the S-shaped, intertwined ornament forms a dynamic frame. Since the Renaissance, and especially during the Baroque and Rococo periods, putti have been a staple of European decorative art. These unclothed child figures could symbolize love, joie de vivre, the seasons, or the arts, though they were often used without any clearly defined meaning. Unlike Cupid, a putto need not have wings or carry a bow and arrow. Here, the figure appears primarily as a cheerful, decorative motif—entirely in keeping with the playful spirit of the Neo-Rococo. The pendant is carved from salmon-red coral from the Mediterranean. The sensual colour of the material complements the depicted scene wonderfully. We date the creation of the pendant to around 1890. An understated setting made of high-karat gold allows the high-quality carving to take center stage. We paired this antique pendant with a delicate yellow gold chain. This unusual piece of jewellery came to us from Lake Constance.

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A Sensual Game of Hide-and-Seek

€ 1,490.00 ^*

Content 1 piece

Incl. VAT, Shipping

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