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Precious Belle Époque Brooch with Diamonds & Ruby, England Circa 1905


€ 1,690.00 *
Content 1 piece
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Precious Belle Époque Brooch with Diamonds & Ruby, England Circa 1905
Precious Belle Époque Brooch with Diamonds & Ruby, England Circa 1905
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Sparkling tendrils of diamonds, shining dots of white light: this piece of jewellery exudes brilliance and beauty, as well as a cheerful, light-hearted mood. Because it comes from a time of festivals, balls and fun. Jewellery from the Belle Époque, the "beautiful era", reflects the optimistic and carefree joy of luxury that defined the last years before the First World War. The pieces of jewellery shone in bright white, made of platinum and diamonds, sometimes accentuated by carefully selected coloured stones. The designs look like delicate lace, so fine and light are the details. Set pieces of historical shapes are combined with garlands and flowers, creating a unique design language that has become known in the English-speaking world as the "Garland style". This piece speaks this language. At the top, a bow stretches out a frame, which is taken up by small laurel tendrils at the bottom. A total of 43 old and rose cut diamonds set these shapes, which are made of gold and platinum-plated so that the design shines completely white. In the center of the bow alone, a natural ruby sparkles with a warm and festive glow. We discovered this piece of jewellery here in Berlin, where it has been preserved and treasured for generations. However, it was almost certainly created in England. It comes in a possibly original, antique case from the jeweler William Lockwoods, who ran his business in Huddersfield in northern England.
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Precious Belle Époque Brooch with Diamonds & Ruby, England Circa 1905
Ball Season in Kensington
€ 1,690.00 *
Content 1 piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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