Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival Gold Necklace and Locket, Circa 1880
Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival Gold Necklace and Locket, Circa 1880
A Victorian Etruscan Revival gold necklace and locket. The oval locket with Etruscan style granulation and wire work, inside reveals photographs of a man and a woman in late Victorian clothing. The back is engraved, “Frank to Mary, Christmas 1880”. Mounted in 14ct and 20ct gold, on an Etruscan style link necklace.
- Necklace measures 18 inches
- Locket measures 60 x 30mm including bail
- Condition: Good – Wear consistent with age and use
The Etruscan community flourished in Italy between the 8th and 3rd century BC.
In the 19th century, the Victorians drew inspiration from the archaeological discoveries at Pompeii and Herculaneum and patterned their designs and workmanship off the ancient practices of the Etruscan community. Jewellery pieces from this Etruscan revival period reflect the scrolled wirework, granulation and repousse of the original Etruscan community. Victorian’s drew from descriptions of Etruscan cities, landscapes and jewellery, which inspired pieces to be commissioned and started what was known as the Etruscan Revival.
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