Exquisite yellow gold pendant with a central oval enamel medallion depicting a beautiful hand-enamelled portrait of the Virgin Mary or Madonna, capturing the essence of classic and timeless beauty. The portrait is really sweet and of exceptional quality due to the delicacy of its details. The carefully designed 18-karat gold frame, with an ovoid profile and large rays that run across the wide frame, houses two sapphires and a brilliant-cut diamond at the bottom, enhancing this work of art and providing a touch of luxury and distinction. The reverse features a blue starry plique à jour.
The most notable technique of the piece is enamelling, an ancient technique whose origin dates back to 5000 BC. with this technique it is possible to add color to the piece while ensuring that it is resistant, hence its popularity from its origins to the Middle Ages. However, between 1880 and 1920, with the rise of Art Nouveau, this technique was recovered. This movement vindicated traditional craftsmanship and techniques against mass production and machines.
A unique piece of extraordinary craftsmanship, high-end and refined jewelry. A great opportunity to acquire a jewel with these characteristics.
Type: Pendant / Medal
Period: Around 1900
Frame material: 18k yellow gold
Total weight of the jewel: 9.18 g.
Overall dimensions: 39.2 x 20.7 x 0.5 mm.
Central enamel dimensions: 12.3 x 5.9 mm.
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Exquisite yellow gold pendant with a central oval enamel medallion depicting a beautiful hand-enamelled portrait of the Virgin Mary or Madonna, capturing the essence of classic and timeless beauty. The portrait is really sweet and of exceptional quality due to the delicacy of its details. The carefully designed 18-karat gold frame, with an ovoid profile and large rays that run across the wide frame, houses two sapphires and a brilliant-cut diamond at the bottom, enhancing this work of art and providing a touch of luxury and distinction. The reverse features a blue starry plique à jour.
The most notable technique of the piece is enamelling, an ancient technique whose origin dates back to 5000 BC. with this technique it is possible to add color to the piece while ensuring that it is resistant, hence its popularity from its origins to the Middle Ages. However, between 1880 and 1920, with the rise of Art Nouveau, this technique was recovered. This movement vindicated traditional craftsmanship and techniques against mass production and machines.
A unique piece of extraordinary craftsmanship, high-end and refined jewelry. A great opportunity to acquire a jewel with these characteristics.
Type: Pendant / Medal
Period: Around 1900
Frame material: 18k yellow gold
Total weight of the jewel: 9.18 g.
Overall dimensions: 39.2 x 20.7 x 0.5 mm.
Central enamel dimensions: 12.3 x 5.9 mm.
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| Design Period | 1920 to 1949 |
|---|---|
| Production Period | 1920 to 1929 |
| Country of Manufacture | France |
| Style | French |
| Detailed Condition | Good — This vintage/antique item may have some wear such as scratches and other signs of ageing. |
| Restoration and Damage Details | Light wear consistent with age and use, Patina consistent with age and use |
| Product Code | NUC-2188500 |
| Materials | Enamel, Gold |
| Color | Blue, gold |
| Width | 2 cm 0.8 inch |
| Depth | 1 cm 0.4 inch |
| Height | 3 cm 1.2 inch |




































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