Pre-Art Nouveau “Spell” Brooch/Pendant with 1.88ct Diamonds
While this swirling brooch may look like a spell woven by a Pre-Raphaelite sorceress in a Waterhouse painting, its true magic lies in the transition of styles it exemplifies.
Moving from the more explicit representational nature of brooches of the late 1870s, this abstract “spell” brooch uses the construction techniques of that era to flow into the design profile of Art Nouveau, straddling both moments as it implies forward artistic motion. The removable fittings allow it to be worn as either a brooch or pendant, adding another bit of magic to an already shape-shifting jewel.
Details
Era: English, circa 1880, moving from 1870s Aestheticism into Art Nouveau
Origin: English
Materials: 18ct yellow gold and sterling silver
Stones: 1.88ct diamonds; old mine-cut diamonds and a central old European-cut diamond of .38ct, particularly white F/G/H color
Weight: 13.62g
Condition: Excellent historical condition, with functioning removable fittings
Hallmarks: None; gold assayed to guarantee fineness
Shipping & Services
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