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Small & Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Lilac Enamel Butterfly Brooch by John Atkins, Circa 1930
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Small & Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Lilac Enamel Butterfly Brooch by John Atkins, Circa 1930

1920 - 1940
Sold 31 January 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This delightful sterling silver and guilloche enamel butterfly brooch has a beautiful lilac coloured enamel and a gorgeous pale green centre. it bears the marks of the renowned John Atkins & Sons and dates circa 1930. It is very dainty measuring 3cm across the top wing span. The hallmarked silver back with a "C" catch. A gorgeous butterfly brooch in wonderful condition by a renowned silversmith.

Hallmarks:

JA&S For John Atkins & Sons.

Sterling Silver.

Dimensions:

Maximum Width: 3cm / 1.1 inches

Height: 1.5cm / 0.5 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Enamel in pristine condition.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: Postage UK: £8.00 Royal Mail Special Delivery.

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

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To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
1.5cm (0.59")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Enamel Butterfly Brooch to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1102586
Dealers Internal Reference
OCT67
Description
This delightful sterling silver and guilloche enamel butterfly brooch has a beautiful lilac coloured enamel and a gorgeous pale green centre. it bears the marks of the renowned John Atkins & Sons and dates circa 1930. It is very dainty measuring 3cm across the top wing span. The hallmarked silver back with a "C" catch. A gorgeous butterfly brooch in wonderful condition by a renowned silversmith.
fig 1. A close-up photograph of a small art deco silver and lilac enamel butterfly brooch featuring detailed wing veining and a contrasting pale green body.
fig 1. Small & Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Lilac Enamel Butterfly Brooch by John Atkins, Circa 1930

Hallmarks:

JA&S For John Atkins & Sons.

Sterling Silver.

Dimensions:

Maximum Width: 3cm / 1.1 inches

Height: 1.5cm / 0.5 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Enamel in pristine condition.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

fig 2. A close-up photograph of a small art deco silver and lilac enamel butterfly brooch featuring detailed wing veining and a contrasting pale green body.
fig 2. Small & Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Lilac Enamel Butterfly Brooch by John Atkins, Circa 1930

Postage UK: Postage UK: £8.00 Royal Mail Special Delivery.

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
1.5cm (0.59")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Enamel Butterfly Brooch to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1102586
Dealers Internal Ref
OCT67
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I A close-up photograph of a small art deco silver and lilac enamel butterfly brooch featuring detailed wing veining and a contrasting pale green body. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Small & Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Lilac Enamel Butterfly Brooch by John Atkins, Circa 1930

Archive II A close-up photograph of a small art deco silver and lilac enamel butterfly brooch featuring detailed wing veining and a contrasting pale green body. View II
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A close-up photograph of a small art deco silver and lilac enamel butterfly brooch featuring detailed wing veining and a contrasting pale green body.
SMALL & EXQUISITE ART DECO SILVER & LILAC ENAMEL BUTTERFLY BROOCH BY JOHN ATKINS, CIRCA 1930
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A close-up photograph of a small art deco silver and lilac enamel butterfly brooch featuring detailed wing veining and a contrasting pale green body.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSilver, Enamel
  • ColourLilac
  • MotifsGuilloche enamel, Butterfly silhouette, Detailed wing veining
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 1.5 cm (1 in) x D 1.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Art Deco jewellery is characterised by stylised motifs, geometric precision, and a heavy influence from industrial design, often incorporating vibrant enamel work and precious metals.

Craftspeople typically used sterling silver alongside techniques such as guilloche or translucent plique-a-jour enamelling to create depth and luminous colour variations on metal surfaces.

Authenticity is determined by examining hallmarks, the weight and oxidation of the silver base, the hand-applied texture of the enamel, and the construction of the pin fastening mechanism on the reverse.

These pieces can be pinned to lapels, silk scarves, or hat bands to add a subtle flash of period colour and sophisticated metallic detail to contemporary outfits.

Enamel is sensitive to harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, and sudden temperature changes; pieces should be stored individually in soft pouches and cleaned gently with a dry microfibre cloth.
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