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Elizabeth Locke Mother-of-Pearl Brooch
Elizabeth Locke Mother-of-Pearl Brooch
Elizabeth Locke Mother-of-Pearl Brooch

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Elizabeth Locke Mother-of-Pearl Brooch

  • This stunning brooch by Elizebeth Locke centers a portrait carved into mother-of-pearl
  • Using a 20th-century rock crystal intaglio method, the portrait likely represents Medusa
  • Set in 18K yellow gold
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Item No. 32-2635

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Description
This stunning brooch by Elizabeth Locke centers an intricate portrait in mother-of-pearl. The face was carved using a 20th-century rock crystal intaglio method, allowing for an impressive amount of detail on the stone’s delicate surface. This brooch depicts a face gazing out starkly, with snake-shaped hair that suggests Locke chose Medusa as the subject for the portrait, aligning with her interest in motifs from classical antiquity. Below the portrait are 3 hanging pearl accents. This. . .
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This stunning brooch by Elizabeth Locke centers an intricate portrait in mother-of-pearl. The face was carved using a 20th-century rock crystal intaglio method, allowing for an impressive amount of detail on the stone’s delicate surface. This brooch depicts a face gazing out starkly, with snake-shaped hair that suggests Locke chose Medusa as the subject for the portrait, aligning with her interest in motifs from classical antiquity. Below the portrait are 3 hanging pearl accents. This beautiful brooch converts to a pendant by rotating a hinged loop on the reverse. Set in 18K yellow gold.

Elizabeth Locke has become synonymous with sophisticated jewelry that bridges past and present. Since founding her company in 1988, Locke has specialized in incorporating antique and reproduction intaglios into luxurious gold settings inspired by archaeological treasures and the ancient world. Her meticulous hand-finishing has earned her international recognition among discerning collectors.

Circa 1988-1993
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Elizabeth Locke Mother-of-Pearl Brooch
Period: 20th Century
Origin: America
Type: Brooches
Stones: Pearl
The Ancient Tradition of Intaglio Gemstones
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