{"title":"5.26 Egyptian Revival","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"enamel-and-diamond-scarab-ring-watch","title":"Enamel and Diamond Scarab Ring Watch","description":"Cleverly disguised as an elegant jeweled scarab, this rare Egyptian Revival-style platinum and 18K yellow gold ring conceals a delightful secret within its artistic form. The striking rust-red enamel body is adorned with 23 high-quality single cut diamonds and one round brilliant cut diamond of G-I color and VS1-SI1 clarity, totaling 0.50 carat, and accented by two small bead-shaped pink gems. A gentle touch reveals the scarab's wings can splay apart to unveil a tiny watch hidden inside, with the ring shank itself cleverly integrated as the crown for the mechanism. This ingenious marriage of jewelry and mechanics perfectly exemplifies the sophistication and whimsical design aesthetic of the mid-20th century. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1950","brand":"M.S. 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His jewelry was prominently exhibited at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair, reflecting a creative language rooted in natural forms, enriched by his background as a painter and his mastery of enameling developed through his celebrated stained glass work. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Tiffany’s innovative combination of semi-precious stones, enamel and meticulous handcraftsmanship elevated his designs beyond ornament, positioning them as true works of art. This ring reflects the breadth of his vision, uniting archaeological inspiration, refined craftsmanship, and the organic elegance that defines his Art Nouveau oeuvre.","brand":"M.S. 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In particular, scarab beetles became highly prized not only for their spectacular iridescent qualities, but for their Ancient Egyptian symbolism for the cycle of life, immortality and growth. These specimens were incorporated into brooches, pendants, earrings and rings, becoming some of the most coveted accessories in fashionable society. The trend was so pervasive that actress Ellen Terry famously wore a gown adorned with over 1,000 beetle wings in her celebrated 1888 portrayal of Lady Macbeth, later immortalized by John Singer Sargent in his iconic portrait. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Late 19th century","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44737295974535,"sku":"32-2678","price":18850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/2471\/0466\/files\/32-2678_1.png?v=1782408014"},{"product_id":"garrard-co-egyptian-revival-pharaoh-brooch","title":"Garrard \u0026 Co. 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