Silver Napoleon III Pendant Locket, XIX Century LARGE Seed Pearl and Enamel Hand Painted Pendant c.1870 antique_diamond_ring 38 gPeriod: Art Deco c

38 gPeriod: Art Deco c

It wars no signs of time or wear and was likely from old store stock that was never sold

This locket must have been kept preciously then as all of the pearls appear to be original

depending on the lighting

A piece of copper slides over the photos to protect them between the two book "covers"

Silver Napoleon III Pendant Locket, XIX Century LARGE Seed Pearl and Enamel Hand Painted Pendant c.1870 antique_diamond_ring 38 gPeriod: Art Deco cThis exceptional piece seamlessly combines history and elegance, making it a true statement piece for those who appreciate the allure of the past. Crafted around c. 1870 it is centered around a miniature masterpiece, featuring a hand painted classical scene of a young woman playing a tambour with her arms raised high in dance. It takes obvious inspiration from the French artist Pierre Paul Prud'hon (1758 1823) and his work "Danseuse Au Tambourin".