SOLD Antique French 18K, Seed Pearl & Enamel Putti Brooch georgian and sipping Chianti at an

and sipping Chianti at an Artists Salon or dancing to the phonograph at a midnight Soirée

Resting atop a little bed of leaves or petals

base metal

or perhaps a ball

SOLD Antique French 18K, Seed Pearl & Enamel Putti Brooch georgian and sipping Chianti at anThe technique of enameling on jewelry originated in Limoges, France during the 16th century, and was perfected in the 17th century, bringing fame to the region where it is still recognized for beautiful enameled pieces today. The process involves applying a white base over a copper or gold disc, then using ground glass pigments, it is applied and fired. In this piece, the enamel has been foiled, giving the scene a depth and saturation that really