Antique Victorian Diamond and Limoges Enamel Portrait Brooch signed-designer with emerald eyes

with emerald eyes

The jade beads are not original to the Jean Mahie piece and were added at a later date

An inscription on the back of both reads "France Marseilles IV Cent BC"

this jadeite and diamond brooch is more than mere adornment — it is a work of art

Antique Victorian Diamond and Limoges Enamel Portrait Brooch signed-designer with emerald eyesA stunning example of antique enamel work, this Victorian era diamond portrait brooch with a fold down pendant bail is a truly exquisite artifact. A young woman luxuriously outfitted in the vestments of the early 16th century including slashed sleeves, an elaborate bejeweled headdress, collar necklace and emerald and pearl brooch is set against a backdrop of diagonal stripes. The stripes consist of rose cut diamonds and deep blue enamel adorned with