Period: Circa 1900, France, Art Nouveau Movement (1880–1920)
Material: 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold, Natural Pearls, Single-Cut Diamonds
Specification: Length 4.9 cm, width 3.5 cm, gross weight 12.5 grams
Description: Romantic fully sculpted figural brooch embodying quintessential Art Nouveau naturalist romance. A detailed dove with individually chased layered wing feathers rests amid a profusion of hand-modelled roses and daisies set within a woven ribbon flower basket. The basket’s central band is pavé-set with tiny single-cut diamonds; a large round pearl anchors the upper flowing bow, while a loose ribbon loop suspends a teardrop pearl drop at the base. All ribbon folds, leaf veins and plumage retain crisp original chased relief detailing, fitted with a sturdy original pin assembly, a classic French sentimental antique brooch of delicate fine craftsmanship.