Art, Gold & Silver, Primitives & Rare Books
Lot 40:
Description
A charming and highly decorative collection of seven antique and vintage Italian micro mosaic pieces, including pill boxes and framed brooches. This delightful grouping showcases the intricate craftsmanship for which Italian micro mosaics are renowned. Each piece features finely set glass tesserae forming detailed floral motifs in vibrant reds, blues, greens, and whites. Designs include classic forget-me-nots, roses, daisies, and scrolling foliate borders, all executed with remarkable precision. The lot includes: A rectangular standing frame with floral mosaic border – A round mosaic frame with delicate millefiori-style decoration – A hexagonal pill box with floral mosaic lid – A brass-tone hinged pill box set with a large cabochon stone – Three additional mosaic brooch-form pieces, including heart and oval examples with ornate metalwork surrounds – These pieces likely date from the late 19th to mid-20th century and reflect the enduring appeal of Grand Tour souvenirs and Italian artisan jewelry. The metal mounts show age-appropriate wear, and the mosaics remain vibrant and visually striking. An excellent opportunity for collectors of micro mosaics, antique jewelry, Grand Tour souvenirs, or decorative objets d’art. Display them as a group or enjoy each piece individually — a beautiful and colorful addition to any collection.
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