Art Nouveau Enamel & Pearl Rose Brooch
Art Nouveau Enamel & Pearl Rose Brooch
$1,750.00
Description
DATE: Art Nouveau, c.1910
An exceptional three-dimensional brooch, crafted in 10k gold, dating from the Art Nouveau period, circa 1910. This beautiful brooch has been carefully crafted, modelled as a dog rose. It's finished in fine enamel work, displaying hues of green, pink and cream with a pearlescent finish. Realistic details are show through tiny enamel details and the folded edges of the petals. The centre is set with perfectly formed pearls, adding a touch of elegance to the piece. A rare a fantastic piece, remaining in great condition. Wear this as a brooch or pendant.
Jewellery often includes floral motifs, as part of their "Language of Flowers", whereby each flower or plant represented some romantic or emotional sentiment... In this case, a dog rose. According to Kate Greenaway's Language of Flowers book, this means "Pleasure and Pain".
STONES
Pearl
MEASUREMENTS
2.3 x 2.3cm
WEIGHT
6.7g
MARKS
Stamped 10k
CONDITION
Excellent
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