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Antique Art Nouveau Scarab Pewter Brooch
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Antique Art Nouveau Scarab Pewter Brooch

19th century
For Sale by Corvidae Antique
Description

A fantastic rare Art Nouveau pewter brooch, in the form of a winged creature (bat? butterfly? moth?!) with a glass scarab beetle at its centre. The scarab is the star here, with a delicate pinkish-violet slightly iridescent finish when it catches the light.

Although the brooch certainly dates from some time around the late Victorian era, it's impossible to say how old the scarab is - scarab jewellery has been produced since Ancient Egyptian times, when the beetle was used as a symbol of the sun god Ra; there was a massive revival of interest in all things Egyptian in Victorian times and it's possible that a 19th century craftsman used a much older scarab as the centrepiece for their brooch.

SIZE: Approximately 6 x 3.5cm. The scarab measures 1.2 x 1.9cm.

WEIGHT: 13.1g.

MATERIALS: Pewter, glass, metal pin.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None.

CONDITION: Very good antique condition, see photos.

ERA: Estimated late Victorian Arts and Crafts c.1880s-1910

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Corvidae Antique has dated this Art Nouveau Scarab Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1204578
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A fantastic rare Art Nouveau pewter brooch, in the form of a winged creature (bat? butterfly? moth?!) with a glass scarab beetle at its centre.
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The scarab is the star here, with a delicate pinkish-violet slightly iridescent finish when it catches the light.
Corvidae Antique
fig 1. An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings.
fig 1. Antique Art Nouveau Scarab Pewter Brooch

Although the brooch certainly dates from some time around the late Victorian era, it's impossible to say how old the scarab is - scarab jewellery has been produced since Ancient Egyptian times, when the beetle was used as a symbol of the sun god Ra; there was a massive revival of interest in all things Egyptian in Victorian times and it's possible that a 19th century craftsman used a much older scarab as the centrepiece for their brooch.

fig 2. An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings.
fig 2. Antique Art Nouveau Scarab Pewter Brooch

SIZE: Approximately 6 x 3.5cm. The scarab measures 1.2 x 1.9cm.

WEIGHT: 13.1g.

MATERIALS: Pewter, glass, metal pin.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None.

CONDITION: Very good antique condition, see photos.

ERA: Estimated late Victorian Arts and Crafts c.1880s-1910

Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Art Nouveau Scarab Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1204578
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Archive I An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings.

Antique Art Nouveau Scarab Pewter Brooch

Archive II An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings. View II
Archive III An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings. View III
Archive IV An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings. View IV
Archive V An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings. View V
Archive VI An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings. View VI
Archive VII An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings. View VII
Archive VIII An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings. View VIII
Archive IX An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings. View IX
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An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings.
Antique Art Nouveau Scarab Pewter Brooch
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An antique pewter Art Nouveau brooch featuring a central translucent scarab beetle cabochon flanked by outstretched stylized wings.
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During the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the Art Nouveau movement embraced natural motifs, while archaeological discoveries fueled an Egyptian Revival trend. The scarab beetle, an ancient Egyptian symbol of rebirth and transformation, became a popular subject for jewellers who combined stylized insect forms with fluid, organic metalwork.

Craftsmen during the Art Nouveau era utilised a wide range of materials, including cast pewter, sterling silver, enamel, molded glass, and semi-precious stones. Metal components were frequently hand-finished or cast to showcase intricate relief details such as wings, tendrils, and stylized flora.

Authentic period pieces feature characteristic fluid lines, naturalistic insect or botanical themes, and era-appropriate closures such as C-clasps or simple hinge pins. Pewter items often exhibit a soft, muted grey patina and subtle surface wear consistent with age rather than uniform modern machine finishing.

A metal scarab brooch can be fastened to the lapel of a tailored blazer, pinned to a heavy wool coat, or attached to a silk scarf to add a vintage accent. It can also be worn on structured hats or fabric handbags as a decorative focal point.

Pewter should be cleaned gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove dust and fingerprints. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, abrasive polishes, or prolonged submersion in water, as these can strip the natural aged patina and damage glass or stone cabochons.
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