FIX Green Bud Fruit Long Leaf Brooch - French Antique Jewelry Vintage Jewelry

While the Art Nouveau period was known for its opulence, this piece presents a remarkably minimalist design that endures beautifully. Two long, unfurling leaves intertwine, with a small bud at the center peeking out as if offering a gentle greeting. The overall form is sculptural and fluid, allowing it to be worn horizontally or vertically, exuding a serene and effortless elegance that tells a story of romance woven through a century of time. ・ ・ 〖 FIX 〗 Founded by Francois Savard in the early 19th century, this manufacturer represents the pinnacle of French heavy gilding techniques from the 19th and 20th centuries. The rise of capitalism fueled economic growth, creating a prosperous middle class. Heavy gilding involved applying a thick layer of 18K gold onto copper, achieving a quality nearly indistinguishable from solid K-gold, thus satisfying the middle class's desire for the sophisticated aura of the aristocracy. During this era, the Art Nouveau movement emerged, drawing inspiration from nature's motifs—female forms, butterflies, snakes, mistletoe, and maple leaves—rendered in soft, organic lines, weaving a vibrant garden into the history of jewelry. . Origin: France Era: 1900s Materials: Heavy 18K gold plating, faux emerald glass Dimensions: 1.5x3.8 cm Condition: Excellent, with minor signs of age Markings: Maker's mark Available in Taiwan. Domestic shipping via Post Office, 7-11, or FamilyMart store-to-store is +60 NTD. 🌟Free shipping on orders over 3000 NTD🌟 . . Vintage jewelry is no longer produced; their numbers dwindle with each passing day, making them increasingly rare. This scarcity elevates them into truly unique accessories. As antique pieces, they are not new. The marks of time lend them depth and rarity. Please do not scrutinize them with the exacting standards applied to brand-new items. We trust you will find unparalleled elegance and radiance within the stories these vintage adornments hold.