Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds

Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds

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The memorable of portrait lockets, this magnificent  Victorian example features a young woman dressed in the flowing clothes of 18th century pastoral portraiture. Peculiar to find as her ensemble predates the locket by more than a hundred years, she reminds us of the Victorian nostalgia for French court life which dominated culture in the previous century. More interesting still, her American origin recalls the reach for a history that did not belong to her maker or wearer; I am most excited by her garland of roses, peonies, and forget-me-nots, strung across her crown. It is Inset with rose cut diamonds, further underscoring the luxury of this item. Just a superb find.

 

Materials and Features: 

Age/Origin: c.1870

Marks: 

Measurements: 14.1 grams, 1.5" length 

condition: Excellent. There is some extremely minor surface wear visible at a magnification. Otherwise excellent.

Please view and inspect any photos closely. We endeavor to fully disclose all condition information clearly and concisely, however, please note that what qualifies as excellent condition for historical jewelry differs from modern and contemporary pieces; please take the age of the piece into account when examining the piece. Minor age wear is typical and to be expected for antique and vintage jewelry. Unless otherwise stated, gemstones have not been officially graded for color, clarity, or treatment by GIA; any information provided is our own educated, professional assessment.

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Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds
Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds
Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds
Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds
Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds
Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds
Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds
Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds
Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds
Victorian Portrait Locket of an 18th C Woman with Rose Diamonds

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