The Age of Elegance: Unveiling a 17th-Century Belgian Treasure
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A magnificent example of Baroque art, this pendant dating from around 1700 exudes the dynamism and ornamental richness characteristic of the period. Originating from Belgium, its design is steeped in the profound influence of Christianity, embodied by its central theme, the cross. Made of 14-carat yellow gold, it is adorned with six table-cut rose diamonds, set on foil to enhance their brilliance, a testament to the ingenuity of the techniques of the time. Its harmonious symmetry contrasts with the later Rococo asymmetry, reflecting a deep respect for classical forms and the subtle balance between the divine and the temporal.
Object group of antique jewelry
pendant
Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Although it bears no readable control mark, we believe it is 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 periods, characterized by dynamic movement, manifest emotion, and assertive rhetoric."
See also: Baroque
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Style specifics
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, derived 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
around 1700
Events and facts of this period, poetry of this period, fashion of this period.
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
14-carat yellow gold (tested with a touchstone)
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Technique
The rose-cut diamonds are set on foil. This special technique was used to enhance the brilliance of the diamonds.
Diamonds
Six table rose-cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds, which is common in our field for rose cuts.
All the diamonds we offer are checked by the IJGC to determine whether they are natural or synthetic, and all the diamonds in this jewel are guaranteed to be 100% natural.
Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or birth month stone) for the month of April.
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Characteristics
No trace.
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Dimensions
height 4.16 cm (1.64 inches)
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Weight
4.50 grams (2.89 dwt)
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Référence 58 Facettes : 9807126266185
SKU : 23156-0267
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