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Italian Art Deco 1930s Silver & Shell Birth of Venus Brooch
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A stunning and Art Deco brooch of the Birth of the goddess Venus. It is mostly likely Italian and was purchased there. The brooch has a natural scallop shell body mounted in a matching shape hand made sterling silver frame. The concave side of the shell is the front and serves as a back for the nude figure of Venus in silver. The styling of the hair and figure are typical of 1930s Art Deco design. The brooch measures 2.38 inches wide, 2.63 inches tall and .5 of an inch deep. The brooch has a natural patina that is left untouched. It will polish to a high shine. On the back left prong holding the shell is the 925 sterling silver mark. Brooch is in lovely condition.
- Metal:Silver
- Dimensions:Width: 2.38 in (60.46 mm)Depth: 0.5 in (12.7 mm)Length: 2.63 in (66.81 mm)
- Place of Origin:Italy
- Period:1930-1939
- Date of Manufacture:1930s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very very fine condition with natural unpolished patina.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU54421067332
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