Italian Gilt-filigree And Scarab Micromosaic Parure — Late 19th Century

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Italian Gilt-filigree And Scarab Micromosaic Parure — Late 19th Century

ITALIAN WORK, LATE 19TH CENTURY
Parure in gilt-metal filigree and coloured-glass micromosaic tesserae, comprising a pendant brooch and a pair of drop earrings with chain tassels.
Each element is centred by a circular medallion depicting an insect—a scarab or beetle—on a white ground, set within a lobed and multilobed surround decorated with blue, red and white scrollwork and geometric motifs. The whole is enhanced with small disc-shaped pendant elements.
Brooch fitting to the reverse, with a suspension loop for use as a pendant; hooks for pierced ears.

1 800 €

CONTACT

Rosita Rapetti Gallery - Sanremo, Italy

Period: 19th century

Style: Napoleon 3rd

Condition: Good condition

Material: Other

Reference (ID): 1135460

Availability: In stock