#castellani
Brooch with Greek Cross
From the firm of Castellani
Date: ca. 1860
Culture: Italian, Rome
Medium: Gold, glass tesserae
https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/236767
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Renaissance Revival style brooch-pendant made by the firm of Castellani in Rome circa. 1860-1900. The brooch-pendant is gold, with enamel, rubies, sapphires, and pearls. Castellani was famous for jewelry inspired by historical gold work including medieval and Renaissance styles. Currently the brooch-pendant is part of the V&A museum collection.
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