Fine antique micro mosaic brooch circa early-mid 1800's depicting the Tomb of Cecilia Metella; a 1st Century BC ruin. The center mosaic is set in black glass and encircled by  More »

Fine antique micro mosaic brooch circa early-mid 1800's depicting the Tomb of Cecilia Metella; a 1st Century BC ruin. The center mosaic is set in black glass and encircled by a ring of flowers, with leaves and berries, tied with a red ribbon. The flowers are also tiny micro mosaics! The tesserae are very tiny, and the piece is a fine work of art! Condition is good; there is a hairline crack shown in the pictures, and 1 or 2 tiny tesserae seem to have been lost abutting the crack. The pin is very stable, set in bronze with a 14k gold casing. Comes with a box, not original or from the same period; but will serve to store the brooch safely.   « Less

Perfectly charming large oval micro mosaic with three doves hovering over a cistern of water, set in black glass and mounted on a brass pendant setting. Condition is very  More »

Perfectly charming large oval micro mosaic with three doves hovering over a cistern of water, set in black glass and mounted on a brass pendant setting. Condition is very good; some minor surface scratches. Few missing tesserae and one or two little cracks in the glass; no hairline fracture across the entire span. This one also has a pinback with c-clamp so it can be used either way. Comes with a box for safe housing; not original to the micro mosaic.   « Less

An absolutely exquisite antique French jewelry or desk top box with rococo brass and tortoise shell inlay on both top and front. The Boulle work is simply breathtaking;  More »

An absolutely exquisite antique French jewelry or desk top box with rococo brass and tortoise shell inlay on both top and front. The Boulle work is simply breathtaking; intricate foliate motif elaborately spread across the entire surfaces of ebonized pear wood. On top there is a central cartouche that has NOT been monogrammed; so it's ready for yours. Condition is very good. Brass fittings sturdy, but the key is missing. A little drying to the tortoise shell, minor age related hairline cracks and some loss at two of the corners. In no way detracting from the beauty of this piece; the losses well hidden in the exceptional detail of the work. Also there is a stain in the bottom corner of the dusky pink silk lining. Perhaps a bit of perfume spilt once. The size of the casket would easily lend itself to the storage of expensive perfume vials. But I would emphasize versatility for this casket; it would look wonderful on a fine antique desk for letters, envelopes, whatever you like!   « Less

Nice hand carved jewelry casket of exactly the sort that Black Forest is famous for. Topped with birds in a foliate setting, each drawer is beautifully carved with floral  More »

Nice hand carved jewelry casket of exactly the sort that Black Forest is famous for. Topped with birds in a foliate setting, each drawer is beautifully carved with floral decorations on textured grounds. The back of the box is engraved. The drawers are lined with purple silk satin. Condition is fair. This piece has taken a tumble and there are missing parts here and there; please see photos which clearly show all the losses. It's overall appearance remains quite decorative. And the function is just fine.   « Less

This is one very lovely box, made in the Holy Land, and brought back to England as a keepsake. It is covered in opalescent mother of pearl with abalone accents with a Star of  More »

This is one very lovely box, made in the Holy Land, and brought back to England as a keepsake. It is covered in opalescent mother of pearl with abalone accents with a Star of David design on top. It is lined with the original red silk. A real beauty! Condition is very good: two flaws, the hinge has been replaced and is a tiny bit loose, and there has been some minor damage to the pearl at the base. Dimensions: 3 1/2" at the widest, 1 3/4" high.   « Less

Very Victorian Romantic painting of a woman's head in profile, smelling a large pink rose. Hand painted and signed by the artist, the portrait is encased in an asymmetric  More »

Very Victorian Romantic painting of a woman's head in profile, smelling a large pink rose. Hand painted and signed by the artist, the portrait is encased in an asymmetric cartouche edged with thick gilt rocailles. Surrounding the cartouche, 2 good hand painted roses and a subtle foliate motif, all on a pink ground. The edges of the lid and bottom are gilt. Condition is very good to excellent; no wear, loss, chips, flakes, crazing or hazing. Perhaps a hint of loss to the thick gilt rocailles. I cannot actually find any loss or wear, but...........erring on the side of caution. Perhaps a microscope would show some ;) Utterly feminine piece, beautifully wrought, gorgeous! The jar is large: 5.5" diameter, 3" tall. It is marked "D & Co/ France", the mark for Delinieres & Co, Limoges; in use from 1894-1900. Stunning addition to your collection.   « Less

this exquisite victorian brooch is in 15K yellow gold. the brooch has a wonderful patina and is pave set with natural seed pearls centered with pin set pearl. this brooch  More »

this exquisite victorian brooch is in 15K yellow gold. the brooch has a wonderful patina and is pave set with natural seed pearls centered with pin set pearl. this brooch pendant measures 20mm square and features a loop back behind the brooch that enables it for wear as a pin or pendant.the pendant brooch is in excellent condition.the date 1890.   « Less

this exquisite antique victorian pendant brooch is in 10K yellow gold. this wonderful pendant brooch is pave set with natural seed pearls complete with collet set pearl to  More »

this exquisite antique victorian pendant brooch is in 10K yellow gold. this wonderful pendant brooch is pave set with natural seed pearls complete with collet set pearl to the center.the brooch pendant 22mm square and features a pendant bail that folds back behind the brooch that enables it for wear as a pin or pendant.the pendant brooch is in excellent condition.the date circa 1890.   « Less

this victorian brooch is finely crafted in 14K yellow gold. this wonderful pendant is pave set with natural seed pearls and is centered with collet seed pearl. the pendant  More »

this victorian brooch is finely crafted in 14K yellow gold. this wonderful pendant is pave set with natural seed pearls and is centered with collet seed pearl. the pendant 25mm square and is in excellent condition.the date circa 1890.   « Less

this exquisite antique victorian brooch is finely crafted in 14K yellow gold. the brooch is pave set with natural seed pearls and a collet set pearl at the center. this  More »

this exquisite antique victorian brooch is finely crafted in 14K yellow gold. the brooch is pave set with natural seed pearls and a collet set pearl at the center. this brooch measures 28mm square and features a pendant bail that folds back behind the brooch that enables it for wear as a pin or pendant.the broach is in excellent condition.the date circa 1890.   « Less