


Large Fancy Snake Brooch with Diamonds – 585 Yellow Gold, Biedermeier circa 1840
Large Fancy Diamond Snake Brooch – circa 1840 – Biedermeier brooch in 585/1000 yellow gold. The plastically rendered snake shape is accentuated by diamonds in the eyes, which symbolically represent true and enduring love.
- Period: Biedermeier, Original circa 1840
- Material: 585/1000 yellow gold, diamonds
- Technique: Handmade with diamond setting (approx. 0.10 carat, color w/g)
- Dimensions: Width approx. 5.3 cm; Height approx. 3.5 cm
- Weight: approx. 7.7 g
- Design: Artfully modelled snake shape with sparkling diamond eyes
In the 19th century, the snake was valued as a symbol of fidelity and eternal connection. This brooch combines symbolic expressiveness with the fine goldsmith work of the Biedermeier period, showcasing harmonious lines and a clearly structured form.
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