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Barnebys HQ
Brahegatan 10
BOX 5038
114 37 Stockholm
All auctions / Jewellery & Gems / Pendant - 18 kt. Yellow gold - Georgian 1820 Enamel
A charming Georgian pendant, probably French or English and dating to around 1820, centred on an oval enamel plaque in grisaille. Two cherubs appear in soft shades of grey and white against a delicate pink ground, giving the scene a quiet, poetic quality. The image has that intimate, reflective character so often admired in early 19th century decorative art, while the gold surround frames it with warmth and restraint. A small jewel, but one with atmosphere. Jewellery Type: pendant Condition very good condition Country of origin probably France or England Style Georgian Style specifics Oval enamel plaque in grisaille, showing two cherubs painted in shades of grey and white against a pink ground, within a gold surround. The plaque appears to reflect the refined taste for sentimental and allegorical enamel miniatures associated with the late Georgian period. The present gold mounting may be of later date than the enamel plaque itself. Period early 19th century, circa 1820 Source of inspiration The scene appears to refer to artistic creation: one cherub is absorbed in drawing, with palette and brushes at his feet, while the second places a finger to his lips in a gesture of silence and raises the other hand, suggesting that artistic labour is guided by inspiration. Theme allegory of artistic inspiration Material 18K yellow gold (touchstone tested) Technique Painted enamel in grisaille on an oval plaque, with the figures rendered in monochrome against a pink ground. Extra information The enamel plaque appears to be set within a gold mounting that may be of later date than the plaque itself. Hallmarks Marks and/or hallmarks present, but illegible. Dimensions 2.24 cm x 4.00 cm (0.88 inch x 1.57 inch) Weight 5,10 grams (3,28 dwt) Adin Reference Nº 26065-0293 Copyright photography Adin, fine antique jewellery
Estimate:£2,063.14
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£2,063.14
RING 18K VITGULD MED 1 ODLAD PÄRLA OCH 3 BRILJANTER.
09/29/2026
£225.96
Est: £302.98
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