This beautiful brooch is a lovely example of original Art Deco celluloid jewellery. The use of gilding upon the celluloid in this piece makes it highly likely to be the work of French plastic jewellery maker Auguste Bonaz.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of scratching to the surface of the gilding. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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The Details...
This brooch is constructed from a tortoise shell effect celluloid. It features a seahorse motif. It is accented with gilding and red paint. The brooch is also detailed with a small, round, red rhinestone. The brooch fastens with a 'C' catch and the fastening pin is attached to the brooch with a round hinge. The brooch also features a safety chain too. The brooch measures 7cm x 5.5cm.
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Wear it With...
Brooches are an exceptionally simple way to add instant vintage styling to any look and interest to plain materials. Pin this piece onto a hat, lapel, collar, cuff, scarf, sleeve, waistline or bag - wear alone or with a selection.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
This pretty brooch dates from the 1940s. It's a delightful example of French silver.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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So very Deco, this dress clip dates from the late 1930s and is an early creation by Trifari.
Condition Report:
Wearable - A number of the rhinestones have begun to darken with age. However, the piece still sparkles. It is collectable and a great design.
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This stylish brooch was probably created in Austria or Germany in c.1900.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some rubbing to the plating on the mount surrounding the glass. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece. It is only apparent upon very close inspection.
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This shimmering brooch was created in the mid to late 1800s, most likely in the kingdom of Bohemia.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of very tiny garnets are missing from the design. This is only apparent under close magnification and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This chic brooch was created by Marcel Boucher in the mid-1940s.
Condition Report:
Good - Some rubbing to the plating. This is consistent with age and is only apparent upon close inspection. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This elegant brooch was created in the mid to late 1800s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny piece of the granulation (gilded metal beading) is missing from the design. This is only apparent upon very close examination and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This elegant brooch was created the mid to late 1800s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little discolouration to the edge of one paste stone and a small are on the metal border of the brooch. This is only visible with close inspection under a magnifying glass. It is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This elegant Mother of Pearl brooch dates from the Georgian era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A small dent to the side of the setting. This is only visible upon close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This stylish brooch was created in the 1980s. It is identical in style and construction to a parrot brooch produced during the decade by Christian Dior. However, this example is unsigned.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of filed patches on the reverse of the brooch where something has potentially been removed - perhaps a signature cartouche?
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This pretty brooch dates from the early 1900s. The central motif is a lady styled so typically for the era in which this piece was made.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A faint and short hairline crack at the top of the brooch. This does not affect the strength or appeal of the brooch.
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This lovely brooch, reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail so characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design. It dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some tarnishing to the metal reverse of the brooch and the fastening mechanism has been moved at some point, so that there are small marks where the old one used to be. These factors are not visible when the brooch is worn.
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This pretty brooch was created in Limoges, France, in the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring lustrous faux pearls and vibrant colours, this brooch dates from the 1950s and was created in France by Louis Rousselet.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish brooch dates from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This lovely brooch, reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail so characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design. It dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This elegant and shimmering brooch was created in the 1950s by the English Ciro company.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This dramatic and stylish bracelet dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A small chip to the corner of one of the pink glass stones. This does not detract from the appeal of the piece and is only apparent upon very close inspection.
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This elegant brooch was created in the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny chip to the corner of the green glass stone. This is only apparent upon magnification and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This beautiful brooch is a lovely example of original Art Deco celluloid jewellery. The use of gilding upon the celluloid in this piece makes it highly likely to be the work of French plastic jewellery maker Auguste Bonaz.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of scratching to the surface of the gilding. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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