Antique Art Nouveau Gold Wash Brooch with Large Amber Glass Stone Alice Caviness The front shows a smooth

The front shows a smooth lacquered surface—an authentic finishing technique often used on organic materials during the Art Deco era to achieve a uniform

consistent with turn-of-the-century jewelry construction

giving the set an authentic

and symbolic — a perfect statement of artistry and devotion

each decorated in gold with traditional Chinese longevity (Shou) symbols

Antique Art Nouveau Gold Wash Brooch with Large Amber Glass Stone Alice Caviness The front shows a smoothBeautifully ornate large Art Nouveau brooch featuring a deeply faceted hexagonal red glass stone, prong set in an intricate openwork gold washed brass frame. The swirling foliate design captures the organic curves typical of early 1900s Art Nouveau jewelry. The reverse has a simple C shaped clasp and extended pin, consistent with turn of the century construction. Details: Era: circa 19001915 (Art Nouveau Edwardian) Metal: gold washed or gilt brass