Vintage Hand-Painted Porcelain Forget-Me-Not Brooch by Comstock

This is a vintage oval brooch featuring a hand-painted porcelain cabochon set within a silver-toned decorative frame. The porcelain insert depicts a delicate floral arrangement of blue forget-me-nots with yellow centers, accompanied by green foliage and light pink accents against a soft white background. The painting shows fine detail, including a visible signature 'Comstock' on the lower right edge of the porcelain, identifying it as a piece by the Comstock Heritage or a similar artisan workshop. The frame consists of an ornate, openwork filigree border with beaded edges and scroll-like patterns, likely made of silver-plated base metal or sterling silver. The overall construction suggests a mid-20th-century origin, approximately 1950s-1970s. The condition appears fair to good; while the porcelain is intact without visible cracks or chips, the metal frame shows significant tarnishing and dark patina, particularly in the recessed areas of the filigree. The craftsmanship reflects a traditional romantic style of costume jewelry popular during the post-war era, valued for its artisanal hand-painted components.