Antique Art Nouveau Morpho Butterfly Wing Sulfide Cameo Sterling Silver Brooch Circa 1910-15
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A marvelous piece of highly collectible Art Nouveau jewellery dating to 1910-15, simply perfect for the Fairy, Butterfly or Art Nouveau collector.
Crafted from Sterling silver, English in origin, and featuring the most exquisite, ribbon twirling, winged Fairy cameo crafted from what is known as a Sulphide cameo**.
This intricately carved cameo is set upon genuine butterfly wing from the Morpho Butterfly which glows and shimmers in stark contrast with the bright white of the dancing Fairy!
A large piece measuring 3.7cm x 3.0cm, in excellent original condition throughout, this piece look fabulous pinned to any ensemble and receives dozens of compliments whenever she it seen.
STONES
None
Sulphide carved cameo**
Morpho Butterfly wing
MEASUREMENTS
3.7cm x 3.0cm
WEIGHT
9.68 Grams
ERA
Art Nouveau - 1890-1915
MARKS
“Genuine Butterfly Wings Sterling Silver”
CONDITION
Very good to excellent antique condition. Butterfly wing is just lovely, iridescent and vibrant. No chips or damages to glass window, minor marks only. ‘C’ clasp and pin to verso are original, and in excellent functional working order. Patina to silver only, we have chosen not to over clan this one to retain its lovely antique vibe. No issues to note. A must for the Art nouveau, Butterfly and Fairy lovers!
WHAT IS SULPHIDE CAMEOS
Sulphides, also known as cameo incrustations, were pioneered by Apsley Pellatt in 1819 when he patented the process of encasing a medallion in glass.
These decorative objects feature a figurine or medallion, typically white or pale grey, embedded in clear glass, commonly found in decanters, jugs, bottles, tumblers, and occasionally jewellery.
Pellatt named the technique "Crystallo-Ceramie" and authored several books on it during the early 19th century. The term "sulphide" derives from the production method, which involves mixing sulphur with clay or glass paste before encasing it in a molten glass bubble and removing the air.
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