(Reserved-last installment) French Art Nouveau ruby and diamond iris brooch c.1900

This listing is the final installment of iris brooch, total price is 57000 NTD (~1747 USD) For 4 months layaway, each installment is 14250 NTD. The layaway starts from 17 July to 17 October.

First installment was received on 17 July; second received on 17 August, third received on 17 September.

The iris brooch will be shipped after payment received in full. Please note that we do not issue exchange nor refund if the payment fell through, thank you:)

We base in TAIWAN so the currency we charge is NTD; the USD amount you see is the conversion of 14250 NTD based on today’s exchange rate.

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This brooch is from the French Art Nouveau era, circa 1900, crafted from 18k solid gold and silver, and set with diamonds and rubies.

The brooch is designed as a vividly detailed iris. Since the Middle Ages, France has used the fleur-de-lys, a symbol of royalty and power, which is derived from the design of the iris. The unique flower shape and distinct, clean fragrance also represent purity and virtue, making it a beloved design motif to this day.

The piece features ruby-set petals on a gold base, showcasing the vibrant and rich colors of the iris. The open-back setting allows more light to enter, enhancing the transparency and brilliance of the rubies. The asymmetrically flowing branches and leaves are set with diamonds on a silver-plated gold base to enhance the brilliance of the rose-cut diamonds.

The meticulous design and smooth, graceful composition perfectly capture the delicate elegance of the iris, a quintessential representation of the Art Nouveau movement’s focus on naturalistic details.

The brooch is in good antique condition, with normal oxidation and signs of wear. Since the assessment of condition is highly subjective, please click and enlarge our photos to view more detailed condition as a basis for your judgment.