Renaissance Brooches

We present a true work of art to your attention - a rare and unique brooch carved from a single Italian Mediterranean coral Sciacca. This antique brooch, made in the form of a putto - a little boy angel with a diamond necklace, is imbued with the spirit of the times and the sophistication of the Renaissance when images of cherubs in the form of winged babies were especially popular. Exquisite hand carving amazes with its high detail and craftsmanship. Every element—from the soft features of the angel's face to the finest lines of the wings—conveys the magnificence of the master's work. The brooch is fixed on 14K gold, which gives it strength despite a crack in the wing and small damage in the area of the necklace, which is quite acceptable for such a venerable age and does not spoil this work of art in any way. This angel once soared in the heavens, but time has left its mark on his delicate wing. Perhaps this crack is a silent witness to the trials he has endured, making him not just a piece of jewelry, but a symbol of resilience and timeless beauty. There is a unique charm in this imperfection—a story that transforms him into something greater than just an adornment. The history of this jewelry is shrouded in mystery. Perhaps this cherub was created in the 18th century, or its history goes even further into the depths of the centuries. The 14K gold clasp was probably added in the 20th century, giving the brooch extra security and preserving it for future generations. This is not just a piece of jewelry; it is a unique artifact with a soul that takes you back to the past, preserving a piece of history and craftsmanship from long-gone eras. Description: Carved coral cherub...

Demonstrating the epitome of miniature decorative art by Renaissance European goldsmiths who fashioned quatrefoil and/or cruciform jewelry with heraldry or religious symbols, this ce...

This antique amuletic bronze framed pendant cages a dozen 7mm-diameter single-cut rock crystals that each feature a table-cut decagon crown, deep pavilion, 21 facets and uncut girdle, while the culets range from off-center to blunted. They are tightly set within four linked rings to overlap at the same angle in a sparkling single row. Seeming to retain a little of its original yellow-gold gilding on just the interior, the frame that surrounds each of the four sections of three crystals enables them to reflect pale-yellow-and-lime light when the pendant is viewed from certain angles. Each crystal can be manually rotated. Suggesting French heritage, the Medieval Frankish culture in northern France made jewelry in similar segmented or openwork shapes of wheels or whorls, which were worn as gem-decorated disk-shaped brooches or gold-caged rock...

Coco Chanel's personal brooch in the form of a four leaf clover of gilt chased bronze set with a central raised faux pearl. The pearl is surrounded by amythest, citrine, olivine and deep amber colored pastes. The clover leaf's edges highlighted with clear pastes. This brooch has been made by Goossens for Chanel in different colorways, always represented by semiprecious tones mixed with pearls and pastes. Originally purchased at Christies London,1978, Sale of the Personal Collection of Chanel. Signed: CHANEL. Excellent Condition 2" x 7/8" high Foto: Chanel crafting jewelry, 1957 image by Mark West...

Early Maison Gripoix for Chanel articulated Renaissance pendant brooch circa 1960. Of Gripoix poured glass enamel in emerald and ruby, glass beads, cut crystal rondelles and faux baroque pearls set...

A true masterpiece of early 19th-century craftsmanship, this exceptional micromosaic brooch (circa 1800–1825) evokes the beauty and narrative depth of a fine Renaissance painting, re...

Chanel's sapphire poured glass, paste and dog tooth pearl brooch. The central motif, very classic in the Chanel iconography is mounted atop triangular ...

The Gigantas Pendant, an important late 16th century Renaissance baroque pearl, gold and enamelled pendant, with later alterations, depicting...

Coco Chanel's personal brooch in the form of a four leaf clover of gilt chased bronze set with a central raised faux pearl. The pearl is surrounded by amythest,citrine,olivine and deep amber colored pastes. The clover leaf's edges highlighted with clear pastes.
This brooch has been made by Goossens for Chanel in different colorways, always represented by semiprecious tones mixed with pearls and pastes.
Originally purchased at Christies London,1978, Sale of the Personal Collection of Chanel
Signed: CHANEL. Excellent Condition
2" x 7/8" high

Foto: Chanel crafting jewelry, 1957 image by Mark West...

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Renaissance cross pendant brooch from 1992 Autumn/Winter. Of ruby and emerald poured glass enamel round and rectangular cabochons. Set in gilded bronze with handmade baroque nacre Maison Gripoix pearls. Worn in a ruby color way by Linda Evangelista in the CHANEL 1992...

Coco Chanel Medieval style brooch, quatrefoil in form of ruby pate de verre with multiple handmade faux pearls. This style of brooch was one of Chanel's "Fords" of bijoux fantasie m...

CoCo Chanel Renaissance style oval crest brooch in a modified quatrefoil form with signature cabochon emerald and ruby pate de verre stones and crystals. ...

This early 16th-Century Renaissance silver-repousse round medallion "lovers" pendant depicts a romantic encounter in a rural landscape between a man and smiling woman wearing Europea...

Antique 10k Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Raphael's School of Athens Brooch, finely carved in high relief and framed in warm 10k gold. This cameo depicts the timeless Renaissance scene wit...