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Belle Époque (1850-1910) "Naiad & Sturgeons" Brooch.
Gold, Carved Agate & Pearl.
H 3.80 cm (1.50 in).
W 3.50 cm (1.38 in).
Origin: France, circa 1895.
Marks: Eagle's head.
Case: Fitted Case.
Condition: Very good.
Weight: 24.70 Grams.
A rare depiction in jewelry of a naiad* (fresh water mermaid) encircled by two sturgeon & water lily leaves. It appears that the naiad has called the sturgeon up stream to spawn.
Inspiration & workmanship worthy of a Faberge Jewel.
A Fin de Siecle homage to caviar?
*see painting by J W Waterhouse 1896 Hylas is abducted by the Naiads.
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