Antique Hand Painted Brooch | Portrait Miniature micromosaic earrings enhanced by an elongated freshwater

enhanced by an elongated freshwater pearl dangle that lends graceful movement

A dramatic Swiss enamel pendant (circa 1840-1860) accented with bold black and white enamel

Measuring 1

with its historical integrity and beauty intact

1 inch from top to bottom by 0

Antique Hand Painted Brooch | Portrait Miniature micromosaic earrings enhanced by an elongated freshwaterPainted to perfection, this darling portrait brooch (circa 1830 1840) features a young blonde woman seated in a rocky field glancing over her shoulder. This whimsical miniature painting is rendered on a thin wafer, set in a silver mount, and framed by 18 seed pearl accents. This dainty brooch would be quite a conversation piece if worn on a dress or the lapel of a blazer. The mounting is unmarked, but tests for a low grade silver. The piece measures