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Unusual Antique Brooch with Coral, Diamonds & Enamel, c. 1910


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Unusual Antique Brooch with Coral, Diamonds & Enamel, c. 1910
Unusual Antique Brooch with Coral, Diamonds & Enamel, c. 1910
Description
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After coral had become an integral part of the archaeological style of the 1860s and 1870s due to its rich references to Roman antiquity, it briefly fell out of fashion towards the end of the 19th century. It was not until the beginning of the 20th century that it became increasingly chic again - via the detour of classicism, it was now once again oriented towards antiquity. Ladies wore antique-style dresses with an Empire cut, and jewellery fashions were also based on classicist forms. This brooch is also characterized by its elegantly restrained design. Simple white bands of enameled gold wrap around a band of small diamonds in platinum. They frame a large cabochon of salmon-colored coral. A white vein can be seen on the side of the cabochon, the so-called soul of the coral: it is a so-called "Momo" coral from the Chinese sea. This coral is fished off the coast of Taiwan and has been inspiring artisans in China to create new creations for centuries. However, it has also been used in Italy since the late 19th century and is called Corallo cerasuolo. The brooch is artistically crafted - even from the back. An exquisite little jewel with an unusual setting!
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Unusual Antique Brooch with Coral, Diamonds & Enamel, c. 1910
Vogue
€ 1,690.00 *
Content 1 piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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