April 2022 Fine Art and Estate Auction
Lot 264:
Description
Item/Description: Magnificent large domed jeweled brooch made in Austria. Resembling a wedding cake, it is constructed in a tiered, stepped design. Set with multiple rows of quality Austrian crystal rhinestones, in a warm color palette of browns, champagne, orange and smoky quartz with black for dramatic effect. Varying shapes and sizes of gemstones, pointed back and flat back, all prong-set. Exceptional workmanship. Lacy gilded brass metal mounting. Roll-over safety clasp with triangular strut findings through which a chain could be threaded allowing this brooch to be worn as a pendant. Hallmarked: Made in Austria.
Material: Gilded Metal, Rhinestones
Dimensions: Length: 2 1/2"; Width: 2 1/2"; Height: 1 1/4"
Condition: Very Good. All stones present, all prongs intact, no visible loss to gold plating. Surface use and wear, visible upon magnification includes scratches to stones, some flea bites, top citrine slightly askew in setting, but held in place firmly.
Age: 1950s -1960s
Provenance: Private Estate
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