Art Nouveau Plique-à-Jour Medal Pendant, circa 1920
A magnificent plique-à-jour gold medal pendant, featuring the profile of a young woman – most likely the Virgin Mary. The stained-glass effect of plique-à-jour enamel is realised here in light blue and turquoise, with exquisite detailing in the gold work. A piece to make a collector of Art Nouveau jewellery swoon.
Engraved to the reverse Marthe 6 Mai 1920.
Please choose a 16 or 18 inch 18k gold trace chain (this is included in the price).
Dated – 1920.
Measurements – The pendant is 25.3mm in diameter (not including the bale).
Weight – 7.8 grams.
Metal – 18k yellow gold. Tested.
£1,000