Located in Marcianise, IT
A monumental and museum-quality vintage statement brooch, masterfully crafted in solid 18-karat yellow gold and legendary hand-carved natural Mediterranean Sardinia coral. This extraordinary masterpiece weighs a colossally luxurious 46.90 grams and stands as a triumphant homage to Neo-Renaissance and Victorian Grand Tour mythological iconography.
The undisputed centerpiece of this three-dimensional sculpture is an exceptionally large face of Bacchus (Dionysus), the ancient god of wine and revelry, meticulously hand-carved from a single, dense block of premium natural Sardinian coral. The gem showcases its highly coveted, uniform deep-red hue—traditionally known as "oxblood" color—perfectly capturing the deity's fierce eyes, noble nose, and a beautifully stylized, cascading beard.
The precious carving is spectacularly integrated into an organic, sculptural 18k yellow gold framework. The goldsmith beautifully crafted a detailed grapevine system that entwines around the god’s head. The gold leaves feature an exquisite, hand-chased matte finish with soft green-gold undertones to mimic realistic foliage, paired with twisted gold tendrils and delicate golden grape clusters that blend seamlessly with the carved coral grapes...
Category
1950s Italian Renaissance Revival Vintage Emis Beros Brooches
MaterialsCoral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold