Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
Porcelain Brooch Miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete With Garnets and Diamonds
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A superbly rare French brooch featuring a porcelain painted miniature of Zeus and Almatheia In Crete. Amaltheia, a figure of Greek and originally Cretan mythology, was the wetnurse of Zeus; king of the Olympians. I’ve never had the pleasure to see this scene depicted in miniature before; especially in the peculiar positions chose by the artist.

Framed by rose cut diamond foliage and gold scroll form accents, the ornamentation of this piece echoes similar brooches from the Burgundy region of France, from the early 19th c. The pin is set with three sizable foiled, flat cut garnets; two deliciously dainty flowers and a dangling tear drop.

Materials and features: Porcelain, Diamond, Garnet 9ct , 18k pink gold

Age/Origin: Late 18th century

Measurements: 6mm, 16.5g

Condition: In beautiful condition overall, with natural variations to the stones.

Please view and inspect any photos closely. We endeavor to fully disclose all condition information clearly and concisely, however, please note that what qualifies as excellent condition for historical jewelry differs from modern and contemporary pieces; please take the age of the piece into account when examining the piece. Minor age wear is typical and to be expected for antique and vintage jewelry. Unless otherwise stated, gemstones have not been officially graded for color, clarity, or treatment by GIA; any information provided is our own educated, professional assessment.
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Details & Dimensions

Diamond colour: D to F
Clarity: VVS
Center stone(s) weight: 0.03 carat
Total diamond weight: 0.03 carat

Band depth: 1.2mm
Band width: 1.2mm
Metal weight: 1.20g

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