Iberian baroque earrings, circa 1725 – 18-carat gold and paste stones set on metallic paper
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Pair of Iberian earrings in 18-carat yellow gold, dating from around 1725. Their rounded settings are adorned with simple baroque-style engravings and set with paste stones whose color ranges from dark green to violet, originally enhanced with colored foils. Despite signs of wear and age, especially on the back, they retain all their charm. A characteristic example of early 18th-century Spanish or Portuguese jewelry, reflecting the tastes and techniques of the era.
Type of jewelry
short drop earrings
Condition
Not in perfect condition.
The earrings show significant wear on the back edges, where the filling varnish has become visible. When viewed from the front, however, they are still in acceptable condition.
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Country of origin
Although it bears no readable hallmark, we believe this piece is of Spanish or Portuguese origin, as its design is typical of 18th-century Iberian earrings.
Style
Baroque - Baroque is an artistic style that dominated Europe from the late 16th century to the early 18th century. Often described as “the major style of European art between Mannerism and Rococo, it is characterized by dynamic movement, heightened emotion, and bold expression.”
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Style specifics
Baroque is an artistic and decorative style that developed shortly before 1600 and remained fashionable in Europe until the emergence of the Rococo style around 1730. Born in Italy, it spread to Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Spain, and Portugal. Only a more classical but more austere version enjoyed some success in France under Louis XIV. This style, stemming from the Renaissance, is characterized by lively, curved, and exuberant forms, vigorous movement, and rich ornamentation inspired by classical sources. It is distinguished by its symmetry, in contrast to the asymmetry of the Rococo style that succeeded it.
Period
around 1725
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Material 18K
yellow gold (tested with a touchstone)
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Gemstones
These two stones are paste, displaying a dark green to violet sheen that changes with the light. This effect is most likely due to remnants of colored paper foils once placed behind them, a common technique in the 18th and 19th centuries to enhance their brilliance.
Maker's marks
No trace.
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Dimensions
width 0.90 cm (0.35 inch)
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Weight
2.60 grams (1.67 dwt)
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Référence 58 Facettes : 9921332674889
SKU : 25115-0312
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