This vintage brooch is a striking blend of Byzantine Revival, Etruscan Revival, and Middle Eastern-inspired design, making it a standout piece of haute couture costume jewelry. The textured gold-tone metalwork features intricate patterns and granulated surfaces, characteristic of both Byzantine and Etruscan styles. The geometric triangular and circular shapes reflect Etruscan influences, drawing on symbolic forms from ancient Mediterranean art, while the central sunburst motif adds a Byzantine touch with its cosmic and religious significance.
The vibrant red and green enamel details are reminiscent of the jewel-like tones found in Byzantine mosaics and religious designs, while also nodding to the colorful aesthetics of Middle Eastern jewelry. At the bottom, a bold black glass cabochon serves as a polished focal point, inspired by the use of imitation onyx and glass in Etruscan Revival jewelry. The dangling elements add movement and dimension, drawing from Middle Eastern jewelry traditions with their decorative and light-catching details.
Size: 3-3/4" long x 2-3/4" wide
Weight: 33.8 grams.
Markings: Unmarked.
Condition: Very good to excellent condition with little to no gold wear.
