Earrings - 14 kt. Yellow gold - Catalan earrings

Significant ancient emerald-arracades (chandelier earrings) in the form of traditional three-part Hering ear hoops from the time around 1800 (late Baroque / Classicism). Made in Catalonia (Spain) circa 1780–1820. This museum-quality piece was meticulously handcrafted in 14K yellow gold and features fine, delicate openwork ornamentation. This specific style of three-part, movable filigree jewelry emerged in the 18th century in the affluent regions of Spain. Such opulent pieces were worn exclusively by women of the wealthy middle class and the nobility on traditional festive days, ceremonial regional events, and exclusive weddings. The chandelier design served as an unmistakable symbol of extreme wealth, status, and regional pride, as the three movable elements sparkled with every movement in the candlelight of the time. The earrings are encrusted along the entire length of the three joints with genuine emeralds in the early rose-cut (lasque cut). The stones are harmoniously integrated into the fine, openwork gold work. The reverse side features the period-typical fully functional hinged clip-back closure, closing from back to front. All stones are set in the historically closed bezel setting and are foil-backed from behind. This technique was used around 1800 to give the emeralds an incredible deep brilliance in the candlelight of the halls during celebrations. An extremely rare pair in European jewelry history in excellent condition. Details & Measurements • Epoch: Late Baroque / Early 19th Century (c. 1780–1820) • Origin: Catalonia, Spain (Iberian) • Metal: 14 karat yellow gold • Setting: Genuine emeralds (closed, foil-backed setting) • Cutting style: Early rose-cut (lasque cut) • Measurements: 6.0 cm long • Total weight: 8.78 g Condition: Age-appropriate, excellent antique preservation state. The hinged clip-back closure is fully functional and closes securely. Note on the settings: It is possible that over the centuries two of the emeralds have been professionally replaced, though this is not definitively established and does not detract from the magnificent overall appearance. Please view the high-resolution photos as an essential part of the condition description. Please note: Due to camera settings, lighting during photography, and different monitor calibrations, the color depiction of the emeralds in the photos may differ slightly from the real object. Historical jewelry with a closed/foil-backed setting should not be cleaned with water, cleaning solutions, or in an ultrasonic bath, in order to avoid damaging the original foil. This is not a defect but an inherent characteristic of jewelry from around 1800.

Schätzpreis:1.400€

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