A fabulous antique 22K gold and enamel Renaissance Revival pendant featuring a white enamel maiden or goddess with gold goat on diamond-encrusted pedestal. Group framed by wreath with enamel, seed pearls, two large emeralds, and 2 enamel female busts. Italian, ca. 1880. Excellent condition.
H 3 1/4 x W 1 1/2 in. Weight: 25 g. #1134
This is a gorgeous sterling silver pendant brooch with gold in a unique Renaissance Revival design circa 1880. This pendant brooch is comprised of a central flower basket in gold with flowers and leaves in enamel scrolling out. Above the basket are three diamonds surmounted with a gold shell, and below the basket with a flower set with a small ruby. Around the basket are openwork scrolls that create curved sides and a dramatic dynamic silhouette. A natural pearl drop hangs from the bottom of t...
A spectacular pair of 22K gold and enamel elephant-head bangle bracelets decorated with deep red, blue, and green enamel and rose-cut diamonds. Made in Jaipur, India, ca. 1880. Provenance: formerly in the collection of the Maharani of Jaipur. Excellent condition. Total weight: 102 g. #1132
Swiss Enamel, Pearl and Gold Mounted Brooch, Circa 1880. The central enamel plaque depicts the Chateau de Chillon amidst the Swiss Alps in beautiful realistic subtle hues. The gold frame is engraved and set with several pearl sections alternating with sections of enamel (minor traces of loss to enamel). The back of the brooch is enameled in a pale blue hue and signed “Chillone” for the Château de Chillon. The Château was originally inhabited by the Savoy family and today is a destinati...
Set of 3 Italian serving pieces in gilt brass and enamel, ca. 1860. This set comprises a spoon, fork, and knife. The handles are straight and tapering with knops and enameled Grotesque ornament on white ground. The spoon has a shaped bowl. The fork has shaped shank and four tines. The knife has a curvilinear blade. The spoon and knife have figural mounts. A beautiful set that reflects the Victorian interest in Renaissance Italy. Excellent condition with good color. Wear to fitted case. ...