Mid-Century Italian Gilt and Crystal Beetle Brooch porcelain The circular top features an

The circular top features an expansive

the piece captures the spirit of Murano artistry: bold

The Garuda

while the casters ensure easy mobility

and object

Mid-Century Italian Gilt and Crystal Beetle Brooch porcelain The circular top features an1 3 4"L x 1 1 4" W x 1 2"H Discovered in Rome, this exceptional 1960s beetle brooch is a definitive expression of the Italian bijoux traditionwhere costume jewelry was elevated to the realm of high art. Sculptural and unapologetically bold, the piece features a highly dimensional, domed form cast in rich gold tones. The beetle's carapace is meticulously encrusted with a dense pavilion of pav set crystals that mimic the fire of brilliant cut diamonds,