An unusual piece of late 19th-century figural jewelry, this grotesque-faced stickpin reflects the Art Nouveau era’s fascination w/ fantasy, drama, & symbolism. Likely worn in a cravat or ascot for formal evening attire by an artist, intellectual, or performer, it would have served as a conversation piece—an expressive accessory suited for salons, theater outings, or ceremonial dress. Both theatrical & mythic, it hints at a wearer w/ a taste for the eccentric.
Style/Era: Art Nouveau figural; likely late 1890s
Materials: 10k gold plating over base metal (acid tested); glass stone
Origin: American or European?
Condition: Good used / antique condition; surface wear consistent w/ age; dark solder & oxidation on reverse; some surface marks & soft edges on face; see close-ups.
Approx Dimens: ~2 3/4 long; face 9/16 long
Features: Grotesque or mythical face motif; glass stone set in open mouth; detailed casting w/ expressive features; old-style tube pin clutch
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Product Information
| Category | Vintage & collectibles > Jewelry > Brooch |
|---|---|
| Condition | Good |
