This exquisite antique brooch is a masterclass in the botanical naturalism that defined jewelry design from the late Edwardian to the early Art Deco period (circa 1910s–1930s). It features a highly detailed grapevine motif, showcasing an exceptional level of miniature craftsmanship and technical variety.
The centerpiece displays a lush cluster of deep red, frosted glass grapes, meticulously suspended from fine, hand-twisted gold-tone wire tendrils. This vibrant cluster is beautifully contrasted by textured green enamel leaves, each edged with gold-tone accents to highlight their delicate, serrated forms. The entire arrangement is securely set upon a sculptural bar frame that realistically mimics the rough texture of a grape branch's bark. Its horizontal bar design makes it an incredibly versatile accessory, ideal for styling on a structured blazer lapel, a silk scarf, or as a focal point on a high-neck collar. This rare novelty piece captures the whimsical yet sophisticated artisanal spirit of its time, making it a prized acquisition for collectors of period botanical jewelry.
[Details] • Era: circa 1910s–1930s (Late Edwardian / Early Art Deco) • Style: Antique Botanical Bar Brooch • Materials: Gold-tone metal, Red frosted glass grapes, Green enamel leaves • Dimensions: Approx. 1.5 inches (W) x 0.9 inch (H) (approx. 3.8 cm x 2.3 cm) • Design Features: Hand-wired grape cluster with enameled foliage on a bark-textured bar frame
[Condition Report] • Overall Condition: Excellent antique condition with light wear consistent with age.
