1890s French Regional Jewelry Bourg-en-Bresse Enamel Pendant

This is an enamel pendant from France, dating back to the 1890s. Crafted entirely from sterling silver, it represents a piece of regional French jewelry. The enamel technique used here is a specialty of the Bourg-en-Bresse region in France. Originating in the 14th century as a decorative method for weaponry, it began to be applied to jewelry in the 19th century. This style of enamel is known for its leaf motifs rendered in gold foil, three-dimensional enamel beads, and rich, saturated colors. This circular pendant features a deep, vibrant red enamel. The base is adorned with a uniform pattern of square grids, which adds depth and definition beneath the enamel painting, creating distinct and three-dimensional lines. The motif above is typical of Bourg-en-Bresse enamel work, with a cross-shaped floral pattern in green and white enamel at the center. Surrounding this are delicate and intricate gold foil patterns, symmetrical and simple yet lively and bold. The smooth lines imbue the design with a sense of movement, reminiscent of a gushing spring or a blooming firework. The pendant is in good overall condition, showing normal signs of oxidation and wear. The enamel painting is free from significant damage, while the gold foil pattern has minor areas of slight detachment, consistent with a century-old antique rather than a new item. Origin: France Year: 1890s Material: Sterling Silver, Enamel Dimensions: 1.9x2.8 cm Weight: 3.28g Condition: The pendant is in good overall condition, showing normal signs of oxidation and wear. The enamel painting is free from significant damage, while the gold foil pattern has minor areas of slight detachment, consistent with a century-old antique rather than a new item. Important Notes: Antique jewelry refers to pieces that are "over a century old." Items less than a hundred years old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All jewelry sold by Xiangcheng Antique Jewelry comes with a brand certificate detailing the era, materials, and other specifics of the piece. A full refund will be issued if the item does not match the certificate. Before sale, each item's condition is meticulously documented using photographic equipment to ensure customers are fully aware of any flaws or signs of use. These photographs form an integral part of the product description. Therefore, customers are kindly requested to carefully assess their purchase intent before checkout. Due to the unique nature of our products, we regret that returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for any reason, including minor flaws or depreciation. We urge you to confirm your purchase decision thoroughly before completing your transaction to avoid any disputes. Shipping Information: Enjoy complimentary shipping on any single item purchased for Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. All shipments within Taiwan will be sent via registered post by Chunghwa Post. If registered mail is inconvenient, please specify your preference for convenience store pickup (7-11 or FamilyMart) in your order, along with the store name or code. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.