Enamel & Crystal Bow Brooch

NWS 7-1118

~ This is an incredible work of art, one that has taught me a lesson. Never say never! There was a time when I would have said to you, "I'm not a 'pink' person. And I'm not a 'bow' person".  That's what I thought, ... until I saw this incredible beauty. It is jaw-dropping gorgeous!!

~ This is an old pot metal beauty from the late 1930's, probably an early example of the Retro Design era which peaked in the late 1940's-early 50's, with bows, ribbons and swirls as popular design motifs.

~ The reverse of the pin is pot metal, but the front has been coated with thickly plated rhodium, and has been set with dozens upon dozens of pavé-set, faceted, clear crystals of the finest quality.

~ During this design period, ribbons were frequently depicted wrapped around stems of flowers, with large bows incorporated into the design. At the top is a large bow, partly done in rhodium and crystals, and partly hand painted with pink enamel. The stems of the flower buds were also painted with a darker, raspberry enamel, but has largely worn off over the past 70+ years.

~ There are 4 large, faceted marquises that form the flower buds, 2 are pale pink, and 2 are a deep raspberry.

~ Measures a whopping 2.25" wide and 3.75" high.

c. 1930's, wear to enamel, but Oh, isn't she lovely!

Price = $95.00 b6