Portugal circa 1780, Orange-Red Imperial Topaz Silver Neoclassical Diadem Tiara

Handmade spike adjustable tiara encrusted with baroque touches as well as center lion. It is finished with two roses on the side. One of a kind available only in 24kt gold finish. Ma...

Handmade spike adjustable tiara encrusted with baroque touches as well as center lion. It is finished with two roses on the side. One of a kind available only in 24kt gold finish. Ma...

An archaeological-revival coral and gold Spartan diadem, in the form of a gold band with seven concave discs each set with a cabochon coral, alternating with eight floral motifs each set with a small cabochon coral, all with gold wirework decorations of Etruscan style, made in Naples circa 1840, bearing gold hallmarks N3 with the profile of Parthenope, gross weight 94 grams. A gorgeous and sumptuous Spartan diadem, made in the mid-nineteenth century in Italy. Beginning in the early nineteenth century, jewellery inspired by the Ancient World became very popular. This diadem is made from bright yellow gold in which is set seven glowing orange cabochon-cut coral stones within carved gold discs. Further gold wirework and smaller coral stones add to the beauty of this piece, which is simple and bold. By family repute, this diadem, purchased in England during the early part of the 20th century, was once owned by Empress Eugénie of France. Winterhalter's portrait of the Empress in 1864 depicts her wearing a gold diadem similar in design to this one. Eugénie loved jewels and as well as enjoying the sumptuous French crown jewels...

Illustrated in our book: Beatriz Chadour-Sampson & Sonya Newell-Smith, Tadema Gallery London Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no. 231 The diadem is unmarked, but undoubtedly French and possibly by Georges Fouquet or Maison Vever. The design of the female head is reminiscent of drawings and posters by the Czech artist Alphonse Mucha, who worked closely with Georges Fouquet designing jewellery whilst he was living in Paris. Mucha was much influenced by Byzantine culture and made a series titled 'Byzantine heads...

Diamond tiara of Art Deco design, composed of graduated Greek key pattern and center medallion, set throughout with old mine cut diamonds on platinum. Design: Art Deco Period: 21th century Origin: Switzerland Metal: Platinum Stones: Diamond Condition: As new Note: Made-to-measure box. Total diamond weighing approximately 23.00 carats. Some pieces transcend mere adornment to become majestic works of art. The Art Deco Style Greek Key Diamond Platinum Tiara...

DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London Modelled on the traditional vintage racing car, you will be travelling in style with this sterling silver r...