Vintage Hand-Painted Limoges Style Enamel Brooch in Scalloped Shadowbox Frame

This item is a small, oval-shaped hand-painted enamel brooch, likely dating from the mid-20th century, approximately the 1940s. The brooch features a traditional Fragonard-style 'fête galante' scene, depicting a romantic couple in 18th-century courtly dress within an outdoor landscape. The woman wears a soft pink gown, while the man appears to be serenading her with a stringed instrument. The painting demonstrates fine craftsmanship with delicate brushstrokes and a vibrant color palette against a white enamel ground. The oval plaque is set within a twisted or rope-style gold-tone metal border. Currently, the brooch is mounted on a black velvet or felt backing inside a decorative wooden shadowbox frame. The frame features a scalloped edge and a greyish-green distemper finish with visible grain, suggesting a later period of framing for display. The enamel surface appears to be in excellent condition with no visible cracks, chips, or 'craquelure,' which is common in older vitrified pieces. There is a slight patina on the metal mounting. The overall composition is a classic example of Neo-Rococo revival jewelry, which saw a surge in popularity during the 1940s and 1950s.