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Antique Etruscan Revival Grand Tour Intaglio 15K Yellow Gold Locket Bracelet

$12,950
£9,831.39
€11,334
CA$18,319.56
A$19,722.67
CHF 10,561.88
MX$237,651.22
NOK 133,261.61
SEK 121,955.90
DKK 84,692.15

About the Item

Museum quality large antique Etruscan Revival Grand Tour carnelian intaglio 15K yellow gold locket bracelet Circa 1860 The impressive scale of this stunning bracelet indicates that it was created for a very wealthy individual, likely to commemorate a Grand Tour voyage. The exquisitely engraved carnelian intaglio depicts a complex scene with classical Roman architectural buildings, possibly the Piazza del Popolo in Rome, surrounded by angels with Christ amidst clouds watching over the Eternal City and being crowned by angels. The impressive size of the intaglio and superb execution point to this piece being created in Rome by a jeweler possibly associated with the Vatican Workshops. Rome was the pinnacle of attraction of the Grand Tour- the seat of papal splendour, capital of the ancient world and a treasure trove of art. Numerous fine jewelers worked tirelessly to create beautiful mementos to commemorate the Grand Tour travels of the wealthy. The Castellani family, Carlo Giuliano, Cesare Roccheggiani are among the prominent makers who supplied Grand Tour jewels. The demand for these was so strong that British Crown jewelers such as Hunt Roskell comissioned Archaelogical Revival pieces for their English clients. Sotheby's London recently sold a hardstone intaglio demi-parure centered by a large oval carnelian intaglio akin to the one in this bracelet, retailed by Hunt Roskell, Lot 11, September 11, 2020. This stunning bracelet features a secret locket compartment, accessed by opening the oval intaglio mounted gem. Condition: Very Good, exceptional for its age- crisp goldwork details, light surface wear, both the clasp lock and the locket compartment are in excellent working order seldom seen in pieces of this age. Marks: unidentified makers mark, please see photo #9 Tested for 15K gold Dimentions: 34mm by 28mm intaglio 16mm width of gold bracelet Interior diameter: 6.5 inches Exterior diameter: 8 inches A striking, bold conversation piece with a compelling story to tell.
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    62.2 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 1.38 in (35.06 mm)Diameter: 8 in (203.2 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1887223517222

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