Antique Micromosaic Brooch with St. Peter's Square Motif in 14k Yellow Gold - Italy, Second Half 19th Century
Antique Micromosaic Brooch with St. Peter's Square Motif – Italy, 2nd half of the 19th century – finely crafted brooch with detailed micromosaic depicting St. Peter's Square looking towards the Vatican and Bernini's colonnades. The mosaic is set in a 585/1000 yellow gold (14 karat) frame and crafted on an onyx plate.
- Period: 2nd half of the 19th century
- Material: 585/1000 yellow gold (14 karat); onyx; colored glass mosaics
- Technique: Micromosaic work in gold setting
- Dimensions: Width approx. 4.5 cm · Length approx. 3.5 cm
- Weight: approx. 18.1 g
- Design: Oval brooch with micromosaic depiction of St. Peter's Square
Micromosaic jewelry from Italy was a cherished souvenir and collector's item in the 19th century. The precisely placed glass tesserae allow for a delicate architectural depiction and make each piece a unique testament to Italian craftsmanship.
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