Georgian 1820s Micromosaic and Gold Earrings

Gold earrings decorated with colored stones, weight 3,6 gr

Rare pair of earrings decorated in its center with an oval motif, retaining a micro-mosaic, in an entourage with plant decoration and a faceted corallium rubrum line. 18K yellow gol...

Designed with a stirrup at the top suspending an element with traces of blue enamel and stylized birds. Lenght: 67 mm

Each pendant designed as a shield-shaped top suspending a torpedo shaped drop of openwork gold thread, circa 1810 Weight : 9.8grams Length: 73mm

Egyptian Revival micro-mosaic ear pendants. A matching pair, each issuing from a roundel with fine ropework borders containing a raised micro-mosaic plaque depicting a heron against ...

Two micromosaics from the Vatican School of Mosaic have been set in these 18 Kt gold earrings, representing two famous Roman monuments, the Colosseum and the Temple of Vesta...

Grand Tour 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings 1.5" length from base of ear wire 11 grams in weight for both earrings Made in Italy c.1860s Embark on the tradition of the Grand Tour with our exquisite 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings. Crafted with the utmost skill and precision in Italy, these earrings are rich in cultural heritage and embody the artistic craftsmanship of the era. Micromosaics, tiny fragments of glass known as tesserae meticulously arranged to create intricate scenes, portraits, or landscapes, became highly sought-after treasures during the 19th century. Coined by Sir Arthur Gilbert, the term “micromosaic” distinguished these works from traditional mosaics. The heyday of micro mosaic jewelry coincided with the Grand Tour, a cultural journey undertaken by affluent Europeans and Americans to absorb Europe's art and culture. Italy, with its history and artistic heritage, was a favored destination, where travelers acquired micromosaic jewelry as cherished souvenirs. These earrings have all the hallmarks of a sentimental lover. Flowers, especially, Forget Me Nots, symbolizing remembrance and true love, have captivated romantics for centuries. Legend has it that a knight, while picking Forget Me Nots for his lady, fell into a stream and, in a final act of love, tossed the flowers to her while crying, "Forget-me-not!" Cherubs, evolving from earthly desires to angelic symbolism, added celestial grace to Italian art. Often depicted as chubby, winged children, cherubs embodied innocence, purity, and divine love. In micromosaic jewelry, cherubs became...

These mid 19th century micromosaics feature Roman scenes set into a piece of black marble. These antique piece was later made into a 14k yellow earrings. These hand made mountings highlight the mosaic's design. The frame has a twisted gold frame then a cultured pearl frame...