Sacred symmetry: the aged cross of the Baroque
Free secure delivery FR & EU | Shipment within 1-2 days
Vendeur professionnel | Avec certificat d'expertise
Make an offer
An exquisite Belgian Baroque-style pendant, dating from around 1700, bears witness to the influence of Christianity through its enduring cross motif. Crafted in a harmonious blend of silver on an 18-carat yellow gold base, a technique that enhances the appeal of the diamonds, this jewel is adorned with 18 rose-cut diamonds. A tangible echo of the artistic fervor of the time, it captures the dynamism and ornamental richness of the Baroque, reflecting an era when art was characterized by vigorous movement and exuberant forms.
Antique jewelry group:
pendant
Condition:
very good condition
- (more info on our condition scale)
Country of origin:
Although it bears no readable assay mark, we believe it to be of Belgian origin.
Style:
Baroque – Baroque is an artistic style widespread from the late 16th century to the early 18th century in Europe. It is generally defined as "the dominant artistic style in Europe between the Mannerist and Rococo eras, characterized by dynamic movement, manifest emotion, and assertive rhetoric."
- See also: Baroque or more info on styles
Style characteristics:
Baroque is an artistic and decorative style that developed shortly before 1600 and remained common 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 or less austere classical version was popular 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, symmetrical as opposed to the asymmetry of the Rococo style that succeeded it.
Period:
circa 1700
- (events and facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)
Source of inspiration:
Christianity
Theme:
Cross – The cross is one of the oldest human symbols and is used by many religions, such as Christianity. It often represents the division of the world into four elements (or cardinal points), or the union of the concepts of divinity (the vertical line) and the world (the horizontal line). (Source: Wikipedia)
Material:
silver on the top and supported by 18-carat yellow gold (see explanation on silver on gold).
- (more info on precious metals)
Technique:
The rose-cut diamonds are set on foil. This special technique was used to enhance the brilliance of the diamonds.
Diamond(s):
18 rose-cut diamonds. We do not know the weight of the diamonds, unlike what is common in our trade for rose-cut diamonds.
Birthstones:
The diamond is the birthstone (or birth month stone) for April.
- (more info on birthstones)
Hallmarks:
None.
- (more info on hallmarks)
Dimensions:
5.52 cm (2.17 inches) x 2.76 cm (1.09 inches)
Weight:
10.70 grams (6.88 dwt)
Référence 58 Facettes : 9806924120393
SKU : 19127-0067
Authenticity Guarantee
All jewelry offered on 58 Facettes have been certified by a professional in the field.
As a marketplace specializing in second-hand jewelry, 58 Facettes works with a network of more than 250 partner experts throughout France and also internationally.
The jewelry offered on our platform is certified either by our antique jewelry expert or by one of our professional partners.
We carry out careful checks with all our professional sellers, before they are allowed to sell their jewelry.
Issuance of a certificate of authenticity: invoice from the professional seller and certificate of expertise.
About this seller:
Vendeur professionnel - Statut : Diamond
Delivery & Returns. Delivered from...
Delivery FR, UE and rest of the world
Delivery is free from 500€ in mainland France and the UE and from 1000€ for the rest of the world and is carried out by Colissimo, Chronopost, DHL or Declared Value.
The jewelry is delivered in 1 to 4 working days.
Shipped from/from:
Belgique
Collect in store:
If you are in/in Belgique, you may have the option to collect your order in person. If you are interested, please contact us by email info@58facettes.com.
Returns & Refunds
On 58 Facettes, you benefit from a period of 14 day withdrawal. Return costs will be the responsibility of 58 Facettes.
Une question ? Contactez-nous ici.
Looking for a size guide? click here
Do not hesitate to ask us for free delivery (France only) of a ring sizer by mail by providing us with your name, first name, telephone number and delivery address.
