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18 Karat Reverse Intaglio Crystal Pendant Depicting a Pekingese Dog, circa 1880
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18K pendant of rock crystal with a reverse intaglio of a realistically and beautifully rendered adorable Pekingese. The pendant has an integral matching bale. The reverse side has an inscription which reads: Ed. Van den Hove & Fils, Bruxelles, C. 1880. This pendant is stylistically characteristic of the work of the Pradier family, whose speciality was painting miniature works of domestic animals. These miniature works of art were widely popular in the United States as well as on the Continent. They are often referred to as Essex Crystals.
This specialized miniature art form originated in Belgium and is attributed to the artist Emile Marius Pradier. The signature on the reverse, Ed. Van den Hove & Fils, Bruxelles, C. 1880, is believed to be the jeweler which crafted the gold mount the crystal is encased in. The rock crystal is carved from the back and set to a mother of pearl disc encased in the 18K mount. There is an 18K mark stamped on the bale.
A similar reverse intaglio is part of the Hull Grundy Collection in the British Museum, shown in the images.
For more detailed information on the subject of reverse Intaglio crystals, we recommend the following: Widener, Roger & Walter, Thomas. “Little Beauties” The Story of Reverse Intaglio Crystals.
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- Weight:6.54 g
- Dimensions:Diameter: 0.8 in (20.32 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1880
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- Seller Location:Baltimore, MD
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU25111460392
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