Art Nouveau Enamel Violet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau Enamel Violet Brooch from the turn of the 20th Century.
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Brooches
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Nouveau Enamel Violet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau Enamel Violet Brooch from the turn of the 20th Century.
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mazer Large Pearlescent Enamel Violet Bouquet Brooch
By Mazer
Located in New York, NY
Large and wonderful Mazer violet bouquet brooch of pearlescent cold enamel.
Rhodium, Base Metal, Enamel
Antique Enamel Violet Pendant Brooch of 14k Gold, Circa 1900
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Delicate and symbolic, this antique brooch (circa 1900) takes the form of a violet, a flower long associated with faithfulness, modesty, and devotion.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique Enamel Violet Pendant Brooch of 14k Gold, Circa 1910
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This exquisite dual-purpose, Victorian era jewel (circa 1910-1920), designed as both brooch and pendant, features a richly enameled violet in deep purple tones, crafted in 14k yellow...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Violet Old European Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 1.00 inches Width: 0.75 inches Weight: 5.88 grams One lady's handmade 18K yellow gold flower diamond antique brooch. The meta...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Enamel Violet Stickpin of 14k Gold, Circa 1890
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A delicate antique stickpin dating to 1890–1900, designed as a finely detailed violet crafted in 14 karat gold, adorned with soft pale pink and purple enamel and centered with a lumi...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Tiffany Enamel Violets, Late 19th Century
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Riverdale, NY
Realistic spray of violets in enamel and gold from the late 19th Century. Fine gold wirework form a loosely wrapped "twine" holding the blooms together. Attributed to Paulding Farnha...
18k Gold
$1,295 / set
W 0.75 in L 7.5 in
Art Deco Enamel Pansy Violet Flower Bracelet and Brooch Sterling Silver, 1920
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare Art Nouveau - Art Deco violet pansy flower parure with a matching bracelet and brooch with exquisite flowers decorated with varied hues of purple enamel, with gre...
Marcasite, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold Violet Flower Enamel Ruby Sapphires Diamond Brooch 1950 ca
Located in Milano, IT
Amazing polychrome enamel violet floral bouquet brooch made in 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Whimsical Bold Red Enamel with Violet Bow Hat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully whimsical bold red enamel with violet bow hat Brooch is set in polished gilded gold hardware and highlighted with multi-colors of faux diamonds, and measures 2 i...
Leitão & Irmão Retro 1940s Diamond Enamel Violet Floral Bouquet Brooch Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Retro diamond and polychrome enamel violet floral bouquet brooch in 19.2kt yellow gold and platinum, by Portuguese crown jeweler Leitão & Irmão, 1940s, accompanied by the maker’s case.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Diamonds Amethyst Violet Plique-a-jour Enamel Flower Brooch 18K Gold, 1950
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Diamonds Amethyst Violet Plique-a-jour enamel flower brooch. A true masterpiece of European jewelery.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
H.G.Hedges Art Nouveau Natural Seed Pearl, Enamel and Gold Violets Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An American Art Nouveau 14 karat gold brooch with seed pearls by H.G.Hedges. The brooch has 3 natural seed pearls centered on three enameled violet blooms.
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Sold
W 0.88 in D 0.38 in L 1.13 in
Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold Platinum Enamel Diamond Seed Pearl Violet Pin Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous pin pendant is an Art Nouveau style piece that dates back to 1900. It is shaped like a violet and the hand-painted enamel makes the petals look incredibly realistic! Th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platin...
Plique-à-Jour Enamel 18 Karat Brooch, Austria, circa 1950
Located in Toronto, ON
Plique-a-Jour Enamel Amethyst Diamond 18K Gold Violet Brooch, Austria C.1950.
Art Nouveau Wild Violet Enamel Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Nouveau Wild Violet Enamel Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant A single 14 karat gold and enamel wild violet flower realistically colored and set at center with a circular-cut diamond...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Lovely Art Nouveau Enamel Violet
By Cressarrow
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Art Nouveau Enamel Violet brooch in 14K gold by Cressarrow, N.J. from the late 19th Century.
14k Gold
Art Nouveau Wild Violet Enamel Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Nouveau Wild Violet Brooch A single 14 karat gold and enamel wild violet flower realistically colored and set at center with a circular-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.15...
White Diamond, 14k Gold
Sold
H 2.56 in W 1.97 in
Brooch in the shape of a bouquet of violets, signed Sandor, gold pated 1940 USA
By Sandor
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A lovely little brooch in the shape of a bunch of violets, with 6 light blue violets, in the center a small rhinestone and green leaves.
Crystal, Gold, Enamel, Gilt Metal
1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic rare Moschino Redwall vintage rare patent leather red heart shoulder bag from 1995 as seen on Fran Dresher from The Nanny. Made in Italy Features bright red leather with gold...
Vintage Two Tone Gold Diamond w/ Ruby Eye Galloping Running Horse Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.08ctw (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut -Pave Set - Red ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
$59,006
W 2.37 in D 0.4 in L 3.35 in
Fabergé Antique Bi-Color Gold Cigarette Case, Circa 1896-1908, Russia
By Fabergé
Located in Capri, IT
1896 - 1908 Circa Yellow and Rose Gold Faberge Cigarette Case. Workmaster August Hollming, ST Petersburg with scratched inventory number 5695. Of rectangular shape.
Sapphire and Diamond Brooch, 18K White Gold Art Deco Style
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Art Deco-Style Sapphire & Diamond Bar Brooch — 18K White Gold A sleek and highly elegant bar brooch inspired by the sharp geometry and refined glamour of the Art Deco period. The el...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Thierry Mugler FW 1995 Gold Silk Runway Jacket seen on Kate Moss
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Extremely rare iconic Thierry Mugler Jacket from his legendary Fall/Winter 1995 Collection. The sculptural showstopper piece exudes theatrical grandeur and sculptural artistry. Seen...
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown Spring 2006 Sz 40IT
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown. Spring/Summer 2006 Size 40IT
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Water Mill, NY
An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...
Vivienne Westwood green harris-tweed 'Time Machine' skirt, fw 1988
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Presenting the Vivienne Westwood green Harris tweed 'Time Machine' mini skirt, a remarkable creation from the Autumn-Winter 1988 collection that exemplifies the designer's daring and...
MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...
Exceptional Art Deco Mazer Pendant Brooch
By Mazer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Art Deco Mazer Pendant Brooch from the 1930's. High Art Deco design with step faceted faux aquamarines and sapphires set within an intricate pave and baguette dangle sett...
Rhodium
White backless evening dress with braid belt CHRISTIAN DIOR
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White backless evening dress with braid belt . No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Invisible zip closure on the left side. Belt lenght = 3m SIZE 36/38 (Fr) 6/8 (US)
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
Thierry Mugler Couture Dramatic Silk Corset Top Bodice Bustier
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Thierry Mugler Couture 02/03 Silk Corset. A vision of bold sensuality and architectural elegance. This is piece is unworn and comes with the original tag from FW 2002/20...
Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Runway Black Bombshell Vinyl Coat
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic black Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1996 Collection Bombshell vinyl trench coat. This stunning jacket exudes a hypnotic blend of dominance and sophistication. Its sculptural s...
Thierry Mugler Fall 1992 Black Runway Lightning Bold Suit Jacket Skirt
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic rare Collectors Piece. In Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter GLAMOUR PUNK-THE RITZ Collection. 1992 presentation, the famous all-black wool skirt suit with lightning bold details th...
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
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