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Renaissance Revival Pearl and Enamel Brooch
Renaissance Revival Pearl and Enamel Brooch
Renaissance Revival Pearl and Enamel Brooch
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Renaissance Revival Pearl and Enamel Brooch

  • This extraordinary "Holbeinesque" brooch is modeled after the archetypal "Chariot of Venus" motif
  • It depicts the goddess of love drawn by two doves
  • At the heart of the design lies a large 30mm blister pearl
  • It is surrounded by gemstones including Mexican fire opal, emeralds, rubies, pink sapphires and diamonds
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$19,850
Item No. 32-0574

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Description
Emanating the romantic elegance of the Renaissance Revival period, this extraordinary "Holbeinesque" brooch is modeled after the archetypal "Chariot of Venus" motif, depicting the goddess of love drawn by two doves. At the heart of the design lies a large 30mm blister pearl, surrounded by vibrant gemstones, including Mexican fire opal, emeralds, rubies, pink sapphires and diamonds, carefully set in yellow gold and silver. Rich enameling adds depth and brilliance, creating an eye-catching treasure with. . .
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Emanating the romantic elegance of the Renaissance Revival period, this extraordinary "Holbeinesque" brooch is modeled after the archetypal "Chariot of Venus" motif, depicting the goddess of love drawn by two doves. At the heart of the design lies a large 30mm blister pearl, surrounded by vibrant gemstones, including Mexican fire opal, emeralds, rubies, pink sapphires and diamonds, carefully set in yellow gold and silver. Rich enameling adds depth and brilliance, creating an eye-catching treasure with old-world allure. "Holbeinesque" describes jewelry that embodies the style or echoes the designs featured in the portraits of Hans Holbein the Younger (1497/98–1543), the celebrated German-Swiss painter and printmaker. Holbein is best known for his highly detailed and realistic portraits, often capturing the court of Henry VIII of England.

Circa 1880

2 1/4" wide x 2" long
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Renaissance Revival Pearl and Enamel Brooch
Period: 19th Century
Origin: Other Europe
Type: Brooches
Stones: Diamonds;Opal;Pearl;Ruby;Sapphire
Renaissance Revival Pearl and Enamel Brooch
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The M.S. Rau Difference

The M.S. Rau Difference

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For more than a century, M.S. Rau has offered clients a superb selection of the highest quality jewelry. From the rarest colored diamonds, to the most sublime gemstones, to the most exquisite designer jewelry, M.S. Rau houses an extraordinary collection of fine jewels to satisfy the most discerning collector. Stunning creations by Tiffany & Co., Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Harry Winston and Patek Philippe are offered alongside extreme rarities such as vivid yellow, pink and blue diamonds, coveted Burma and Kashmir sapphires and elusive Golconda diamonds prized for their fire and perfection. Iconic jewels from the Art Deco, Edwardian, Art Nouveau and Victorian periods round out the collection.

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