Limoges Enamel Floral Brooch
This is a circular Limoges enamel brooch featuring a vibrant floral motif of bell-shaped flowers in shades of red, white, and green set against a brilliant blue foil-backed ground. Crafted using the 'émaux de Limoges' technique, the enamel displays high translucency and depth, characteristic of French artisanal work from the mid-20th century. The piece is housed in a gold-tone metal frame with a delicate rope-twist border, measuring approximately 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter. The central enamel plaque exhibits a slightly domed profile and is secured by a bezel setting. Notable features include the use of 'paillons' or metallic foils beneath the enamel to enhance light reflection and color intensity. While the enamel surface shows some fine crazing and hairline fissures consistent with age, the colors remain vivid. The reverse is stated to be artist-signed, indicating a hand-painted piece of higher craftsmanship. The gold plating on the frame shows a light patina and minor wear on the high points of the twisted wire. The pin mechanism on the back includes a standard safety clasp, and the overall construction suggests a production date between 1940 and 1960. The style exhibits Mid-Century Modern influences through its bold color palette and stylized botanical rendering.
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Estimated Value
$40–$75
Basic Information
Category
Vintage Jewelry
Appraised On
January 30, 2026
Estimated Value
$40–$75
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Artist signed on reverse side, this is a Limoges
Item Description
This is a circular Limoges enamel brooch featuring a vibrant floral motif of bell-shaped flowers in shades of red, white, and green set against a brilliant blue foil-backed ground. Crafted using the 'émaux de Limoges' technique, the enamel displays high translucency and depth, characteristic of French artisanal work from the mid-20th century. The piece is housed in a gold-tone metal frame with a delicate rope-twist border, measuring approximately 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter. The central enamel plaque exhibits a slightly domed profile and is secured by a bezel setting. Notable features include the use of 'paillons' or metallic foils beneath the enamel to enhance light reflection and color intensity. While the enamel surface shows some fine crazing and hairline fissures consistent with age, the colors remain vivid. The reverse is stated to be artist-signed, indicating a hand-painted piece of higher craftsmanship. The gold plating on the frame shows a light patina and minor wear on the high points of the twisted wire. The pin mechanism on the back includes a standard safety clasp, and the overall construction suggests a production date between 1940 and 1960. The style exhibits Mid-Century Modern influences through its bold color palette and stylized botanical rendering.
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