Diadem Comb in Gold with Micromosaic, Empire Period

Brooch with a micromosaic set in a gold and royal blue enameled gold setting. Rectangular micromosaic on black onyx representing a spaniel lying in the...

Gold bracelet composed of two rigid, articulated elements that form a circle. The bracelet is decorated with a central medallion featuring a micromosaic. The medallion is ringed with cannetille motifs and lines of gold that form arabesques. The quality of metalwork is reminiscent of Etruscan craftsmanship. The central medallion represents a pastoral scene with two peasants next to a fountain. The man is milking a goat while the woman is refreshing herself at the fountain. Roman ruins stand in the background. This composition was inspired by Francesco Londonio, a Milanese artist. The engravings of his paintings strongly influenced mosaic artisans during the second half of the 19th century. This piece presents several similarities with others from the Castellani jewelry...

Depicting the Temple of Vespasian and Titus, within black marble and malachite banded border. overall diameter 8in (20cm) Follow on instagram @bernardoantichita

For over 25 years we have been handmaking our pewter tree decorations with love and care at our workshop in the UK. Each year Dan and Diane produce new designs, so why not start your...