Indulge in a stunning Pietra Dura Brooch with inlaid semi-precious stones creating a mosaic image of a flying butterfly or moth insect and set in a beautiful double braided mounting in 14 Karat Gold.
The brooch dates to the Victorian period, circa 1860. The large brooch is a masterpiece of Pietra Dura artistry. The vivid wings and body of the butterfly set against the black background are exquisite.
Pietra Dura jewels were popular souvenirs from Italy for travelers on the Grand Tour during the 19th Century. Typically such brooches are made from hard stones such as marble, agate, lapis lazuli and turquoise.
Our 14 Karat Gold Pietra Dura butterfly brooch has extremely fine Pietra Dura with exquisite variegated agate wings and lapis lazuli wings. The butterfly has very fine inset legs and antennae. The Pietra Dura is backed with lovely Mother-Of-Pearl.
The brooch is a dramatic 2 1/2 inches in width. The image is set in a gorgeous braided setting in 14 Karat Gold. The pin may not be gold.
If desired the brooch can be easily converted to a pendant.
The brooch is from one of the finest museum quality collections of Pietra Dura and Cameo Jewelry every assembled. We have included a photograph of some of the pieces that we currently have available from this collection. Please inquire if a piece is of interest.
"Pietra dura" is a mosaic technique that flourished in Florence, Italy in the 16th-19th centuries. Extraordinarily skilled artisans worked with colorful semi-precious stones. Small mosaic details were carefully cut and inlaid into the base which was typically marble or onyx. “Pietra dura” mosaics are so finely done that they look like paintings, with flowers, birds, fruits and insects as popular motifs.
Pietra Dura jewels are highly collected today. They are jewels of wearable art, each piece created individually by an artist. They are treasures to be worn and passed down for generations.
The brooch is 2 1/2 inches (65mm) wide and is 2 inches (52mm) tall.
The brooch is 14 Karat Gold.
The brooch weighs 26.1 grams.
This is a stunning jewel with great drama and style. The combination of the extraordinary pietra dura flowers with the magnificent gold work is mesmerizing. Together they create a jewel worthy of the finest collection. It is so immensely wearable either during the day or at the most glamorous affair. Treat yourself or a loved one to a treasure to cherish for generations and one which will only increase in value over time!
This auction is only for the Pietra Dura Brooch. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.
Please visit our store, Annas Antique Jewelry, and include us in your list of favorites!
Indulge in a stunning Pietra Dura Brooch with inlaid semi-precious stones creating a mosaic image of a flying butterfly or moth insect and set in a beautiful double braided mounting in 14 Karat Gold.
The brooch dates to the Victorian period, circa 1860. The large brooch is a masterpiece of Pietra Dura artistry. The vivid wings and body of the butterfly set against the black background are exquisite.
Pietra Dura jewels were popular souvenirs from Italy for travelers on the Grand Tour during the 19th Century. Typically such brooches are made from hard stones such as marble, agate, lapis lazuli and turquoise.
Our 14 Karat Gold Pietra Dura butterfly brooch has extremely fine Pietra Dura with exquisite variegated agate wings and lapis lazuli wings. The butterfly has very fine inset legs and antennae. The Pietra Dura is backed with lovely Mother-Of-Pearl.
The brooch is a dramatic 2 1/2 inches in width. The image is set in a gorgeous braided setting in 14 Karat Gold. The pin may not be gold.
If desired the brooch can be easily converted to a pendant.
The brooch is from one of the finest museum quality collections of Pietra Dura and Cameo Jewelry every assembled. We have included a photograph of some of the pieces that we currently have available from this collection. Please inquire if a piece is of interest.
"Pietra dura" is a mosaic technique that flourished in Florence, Italy in the 16th-19th centuries. Extraordinarily skilled artisans worked with colorful semi-precious stones. Small mosaic details were carefully cut and inlaid into the base which was typically marble or onyx. “Pietra dura” mosaics are so finely done that they look like paintings, with flowers, birds, fruits and insects as popular motifs.
Pietra Dura jewels are highly collected today. They are jewels of wearable art, each piece created individually by an artist. They are treasures to be worn and passed down for generations.
The brooch is 2 1/2 inches (65mm) wide and is 2 inches (52mm) tall.
The brooch is 14 Karat Gold.
The brooch weighs 26.1 grams.
This is a stunning jewel with great drama and style. The combination of the extraordinary pietra dura flowers with the magnificent gold work is mesmerizing. Together they create a jewel worthy of the finest collection. It is so immensely wearable either during the day or at the most glamorous affair. Treat yourself or a loved one to a treasure to cherish for generations and one which will only increase in value over time!
This auction is only for the Pietra Dura Brooch. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.
Please visit our store, Annas Antique Jewelry, and include us in your list of favorites!
