Sparkling Brooch with 5.40 ct Diamonds in Silver on Gold, circa 1940

Brooches in the shape of a branch full of flowers, richly set with diamonds, can be found in all eras. Sometimes they are designed in a realistic imitation of nature, sometimes they are abstract, depending on the fashion of the time. In the late 19th century, naturalistic designs dominated, reproducing flowers and leaves with great attention to detail. This brooch is designed in this 19th century tradition. Two large wild rose blossoms are tied together with a few leaves to form a small bouquet. All the leaves, buds and stamens, which are depicted with great care, are bright and white. The front of the brooch is made of silver, the back of gold, just as was customary in the 19th century. The cuts of the diamonds, however, do not date from the 19th century. Although there are some old historical cuts in the brooch, the majority of the more than five carat diamonds are transitional cuts or modern brilliant cuts. The brooch is therefore from a later period! In fact, jewellery in the Belle Époque style was still being created in Spain and Portugal up until the 1940s - this is probably where this brooch was made. We discovered the precious brooch in Breisgau. It is in first-class condition and a particularly festive piece for all friends of the rose.

Estimate:£4,707.03

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