Description
A cute vintage mosaic brooch from the early 1930s is set with multi-colored glass tesserae tiles. A large red and yellow floral bouquet is framed on a light blue background and set into gold-plated metal.
Micro-mosaic jewelry is a 2000-year-old art form that peaked in the 17th to 19th centuries during what was known as the Grand Tour era. Each piece depicted a classic Italian scene, such as the Grand Canal in Venice or Vatican City in Rome, and served as a souvenir before photography and postcards. Each tiny tile is called tesserae and is usually made out of glass, or in some finer pieces, they are cut from gemstones and rocks. Italians have dominated the micro-mosaic market so much that most of the artwork in the Vatican are micro-mosaic replicas constructed over previous paintings decaying from the moist environment!
The piece is in good vintage condition with some noticeable signs of wear. The glass tesserae are not damaged or broken and are secure. The safety catch is fully functional, with no marks or stamps.
The brooch measures 1-1/8″ wide and 1-7/16″ tall and weighs 11.68 grams. Its box is for display only.
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