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Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait Brooch With Rose Cut Diamonds

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This exquisite Victorian antique miniature brooch, hallmarked by Charles William Schumann & Sons, showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and artistry for which the esteemed jewelry firm was known. Featuring a beautifully hand-painted portrait of a fashionable 18th-century lady, the brooch is encircled by a delicate halo of old-cut diamonds, gracefully accented with an elegant diamond-set ribbon motif terminating in two lustrous pearls. Charles William Schumann & Sons, a distinguished New York jeweler, was renowned during the late 19th and early 20th centuries for producing fine-quality miniature portrait jewelry, goldwork, and intricate enamel pieces. Their Broadway storefront catered to an elite clientele, offering luxurious and highly detailed designs that remain treasured heirlooms today. The artistry of this piece reflects the Romantic and Rococo Revival influences that were popular during the Victorian period, emphasizing delicate femininity and sentimental beauty. The soft, detailed brushstrokes bring life to the sitter’s powdered wig and feathered hat, evoking the grandeur of 18th-century portraiture. With its refined elegance and deep historical significance, this brooch is not only a wearable work of art but also a remarkable testament to the enduring craftsmanship of Schumann & Sons and the Victorian era’s fascination with nostalgia and refinement. Weight: 6.3 grams Stone: Rose Cut Diamonds Measurements: 28.9 x 22.5 x 3.8mm Hallmark: C.W Schumann & Sons Metal: 13k BR-1513-020625-13
  • Metal:
    Yellow Gold
  • Stone:
    Diamond,Pearl
  • Stone Cut:
    Rose Cut
  • Weight:
    6.3 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.15 in (3.8 mm)Width: 0.89 in (22.5 mm)Length: 1.14 in (28.9 mm)
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BR-1513-020625-131stDibs: LU3776225486962

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