19th Mar, 2021 9:30 GMT/BST

Spring Sale (Day One)

 
  Lot 150
 

150

~ An Archaeological-Revival Millefiori Brooch, circa 1880, of trefoil design the two circular...

~ An Archaeological-Revival Millefiori Brooch, circa 1880, of trefoil design the two circular plaques of bombé form, decorated with clusters of flower heads, the border decorated with twisted wire work, surmounted with a seated owl and supporting beads, with a further circular pendant drop applied with a frog, the frame similarly decorated with a flower motif to each side, supporting three graduated beads, reverse with hair locket compartment, measures 4.5cm by 6.0cm; together with Two Dress Studs, similarly applied with a frog motif Many versions of Millefiori gold work pieces are known and this brooch would appear to be of the work of a close follower of Castellani

Sold for £3,800
Estimated at £1,200 - £1,800


 

. The brooch is in good condition, with slight scuffing commensurate with age. It fastens with a pin and hook catch. There are indistinct marks to the hook but in our opinion the brooch and studs would test as gold. Gross weight 27.7 grams. CR made 17.02.21.

 


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Auction: Spring Sale (Day One), 19th Mar, 2021

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