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Victorian Pique Work Brooch in Gold and Silver
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Victorian Pique Work Brooch in Gold and Silver

19th century
Sold 12 February 2025 · Corvidae Antique
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Description

A beautiful example of Victorian piqué d'or - an intricate 19th century decorative technique developed in France where gold and/or sterling silver is inlaid into a material such as tortoiseshell. When the brooch is held up to the light you can see its beautiful reddish colouring and translucence.

The brooch is in very good antique condition with all its inlays intact and no chips. The surface of the back has crackled (see photos) but no pieces are missing and it's in good sturdy condition.

Secures with a C clasp.

Size: Approx 3.9 x 3.1cm.

Weight: 5.1g.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
3.1cm (1.22")
Width
3.9cm (1.54")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Corvidae Antique has dated this Victorian Pique Work Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1091852
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Description
A beautiful example of Victorian piqué d'or - an intricate 19th century decorative technique developed in France where gold and/or sterling silver is inlaid into a material such as tortoiseshell.
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When the brooch is held up to the light you can see its beautiful reddish colouring and translucence.
Corvidae Antique
fig 1. An oval antique Victorian pique work brooch featuring intricate gold and silver floral inlay on a dark tortoiseshell background.
fig 1. Victorian Pique Work Brooch in Gold and Silver

The brooch is in very good antique condition with all its inlays intact and no chips. The surface of the back has crackled (see photos) but no pieces are missing and it's in good sturdy condition.

Secures with a C clasp.

Size: Approx 3.9 x 3.1cm.

Weight: 5.1g.

FREE INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING!

Height
3.1cm (1.22")
Width
3.9cm (1.54")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Victorian Pique Work Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1091852
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An oval antique Victorian pique work brooch featuring intricate gold and silver floral inlay on a dark tortoiseshell background.
Victorian Pique Work Brooch in Gold and Silver
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An oval antique Victorian pique work brooch featuring intricate gold and silver floral inlay on a dark tortoiseshell background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialTortoiseshell, Gold, Silver
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFloral inlay, Geometric border, Central cartouche
  • SizeH 3.1 cm (1 in) x W 3.9 cm (2 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Pique work is a decorative technique involving the inlay of tiny pieces of gold, silver, or mother-of-pearl into organic materials like tortoiseshell or horn, which gained immense popularity during the Victorian era.

These pieces typically utilise an organic base of tortoiseshell or horn combined with fine precious metals such as gold and silver wire or sheet for the inlaid motifs.

Authentic pieces exhibit precise hand-cut metallic inlay pressed into the softened organic base material, often featuring period-appropriate C-clasps or pin stems on the reverse.

An antique brooch can be worn pinned to a structured blazer lapel, fastened on a wool scarf, or displayed inside a glass-topped table tray as a curated objet dart.

Store organic materials away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, and clean gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth without using harsh chemical liquids.
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