This beautiful portrait miniature pendant was most likely created in France.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of chips to the surface of the glass. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal and rarity of this piece. This piece has possibly had a brooch fitting at some point in its life too, as there are traces of an area where a hinge might have been.
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The Details...
Although un-hallmarked, this pendant tests as having some silver content. It features a hand-painted portrait of a young woman wearing an empire line dress - most likely on porcelain. The portrait is signed. However, the signature is difficult to decipher. It is possibly 'J Lovelli Paris'. The silver frame of the portrait is detailed with a fan or feather-like design, which is set with small Marcasite stones. The pendant measures 4.5cm x 3cm.
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A Short History...
It is possible to date this pendant to the late 18th or early 19th century due to the style of gown the lady in the portrait is wearing. Her dress is in the empire style, which evolved from the late 1790s and began as a chemise shift gathered under the breasts. The empire silhouette was popularised by Napoleon's first Empress, Joséphine de Beauharnais ans it derives its name from First French Empire - the period during which Joséphine was Empress of the French.
Wear it With...
Add this pendant to your favourite chain and perhaps add other charms to compliment it.
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.
Constructed from early plastics, this beautiful necklace most likely dates from the late 1930s or early 1940s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish necklace dates from the 1930s and was created by Jakob Bengel.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This rare and impressive necklace was most likely created in the 1940s. It is by the renowned costume jeweller, Joseff of Hollywood.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This delightful pendant was created in c.1940. It features a collectible playing cards design.
Condition Report:
Excellent - The chain is most likely a contemporary replacement.
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This elegant necklace, featuring shimmering cut glass stones, dates from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This striking and fresh necklace was created in the 1950s and was most likely made in Limoges, France.
Condition Report:
Good - Some rubbing and chipping to the enamel around the edges of some of the panels. Also, whilst the necklace chain is from the 1950s, it is not original to the piece. It is, however, in keeping with the design of the necklace.
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This classic and impactful necklace is by Christian Dior. It was made in the 1980s in Germany for the French fashion house.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This elegant necklace, featuring elegant agate panels, dates from the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This rare and important example of the work of Maison Gripoix was created in the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - There are some tiny elements of scuffing/crazing to the surface of a couple of the glass cubes. However, this is only visible upon really close inspection and is in no way detrimental to the appeal of the necklace.
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This beautiful necklace was created c.1900. It features a pretty and delicate floral design.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This necklace dates from the 1930s and was made in Czechoslovakia. It features collectible mirror glass.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This striking necklace, featuring a stylish combination of black and Carnelian glass, dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the metal plating on the reverse. This is not visible when the necklace is worn and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This edgy 1980s necklace is an unsigned statement piece.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Beautiful and lustrous, this necklace dates from the 1940s and was created in France by the Louis Rousselet company.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little loss to the coating on one of the rondelle spacer beads. This is only visible upon close inspection and can be turned around so that it is not visible when the necklace is being worn.
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This necklace is a versatile piece by Yves Saint Laurent. It dates from the 1970s and was most likely created by Roger Scemama for the fashion house.
Condition Report:
Good - Some loss of coating and scratching to the silver beads nearest to the clasp. This does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This pretty 1920s choker is a stylish piece perfect for layering.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful portrait miniature pendant was most likely created in France.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of chips to the surface of the glass. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal and rarity of this piece. This piece has possibly had a brooch fitting at some point in its life too, as there are traces of an area where a hinge might have been.
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