#7418 • Masriera 0.30ctw Diamond, 18K & Enamel Brooch

Part of Collection of the de Medici Royal Family (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

Starting at $1.00

Status: Sold

Est. $8,000-$8,500 Masriera 0.30ctw VVS1-VVS2/F-G Diamond, Solid 18K Yellow Gold & Plique-a-Jour Enamel "Imaginary Flower" 1.75" Pendant/Brooch W/7.5mm Cultured Pearl - This magnificent work of art was finely crafted of solid 18k yellow gold, by the master artisans of renowned jeweler Masriera. This piece is titled "Imaginary Flower" and is from Masriera's Flora collection. The pendant is convertible, and can also be worn as a brooch with a single straight pin on the back of the piece. The pendant measures approx. 1.75"L x 1.25"W, and depicts a whimsical flower. The pendant is elaborately decorated with a stunning plique-a-jour enamel, and finished with approx. 0.30ctw genuine VVS1-VVS2/F-G round-cut diamond accents set in white gold. The piece is then finished with a genuine 7.5mm cultured pearl which hangs from the bottom of the piece. The brooch has a lovely matte gold finish, and a very heavy and luxurious feel. The back of the piece is signed "Masriera", along with the gold purity and serial number. Louis Masriera began making dramatic enamel and gold jewelry in Barcelona at the very beginning of the Art Nouveau movement. His first bold designs premiered in 1839 in the front window of his family's jewelry store, and was a great success. His family still carries on the enamel technique and tradition today. These stunning original Art Nouveau designs have been hand made in Spain, in uninterrupted production for the last 174 years, and each Masriera jewel is a masterwork of design and technique. The brand is synonymous for culture, art, history and, at the same time, uniqueness, innovation and the avant-garde. (WEIGHT: 9.9 grams)