Frascarolo Milano Enameled Leopard Brooch in 18Kt Gold Diamonds, Ruby, Emeralds

Description: This stunning Frascarolo Milano brooch combines intricate enamel work with the brilliance of natural diamonds, rubies, and emeralds. The 18K yellow gold setting showcases a magnificent panthera design, perfect for any occasion. Handmade and signed by the artist, this brooch is a true vintage masterpiece from the mid-century modern era. The brooch measures 2.16 inches in length and features a pave setting style. Add this one-of-a-kind jewelry piece to your collection today! FRASCAROLO 18Kt Gold DIAMOND CHALCEDONY LEOPARD BROOCH; Rare and Important Italian 18kt Gold Enamel Diamond, Ruby and emerald Crouching Leopard Brooch by Frascarolo, circa 1965 signed MODELE' / 'FC' / 'DEPOSE' / '750/347 AL/ 'MADE 18K ITALY / Italian assay mark, nicely applied with black enamel, accented by two round emerald eyes, red ruby nose, diamond encrusted ears, cheeks and mouth, superb high relief 3D detail in the round, this brooch/pin would make a stunning addition to any fine collection. DETAILS: - SIZE: 2-1/2 In. Length (63.48mm x 22.06mm x 7.15mm). - WEIGHT: 22.5 Grams (.70 troy onces). - DIAMONDS: 34 Single cut, H-I color VS2-SI1 clarity 0.68 CTW (Total Carat weight) - emeralds: 2, Round; 1.96 x 2.01 mm. - CONDITION: good used condition as pictured. High quality and expensive goldsmith work, master brand FC (Modele Depose) Frascarolo Italy. Pierino Frascarolo was born in Milan in 1928. He began his career as an apprentice at the company Fratelli Lunati. He then founded his own company with his partner Aldo Lenti. In 1948, he moved his jewelry factory to Corso Matteotti. He is known for his enamel and gold animals that he created in the 1960s. Later, Lenti and Frascarolo parted ways, and the latter founded Frascarolo & Co. in New York City with Adriano Gugliada. Frascarolo died in Valenza in July 1976 at the age of only forty-eight. Gorgeous brooch designed by Frascarolo (1928-1976). A fantastic, highly sculptured brooch, created by the famed Italian jeweler and designer Pierino Frascarolo. The brooch depicts the whimsical roaring leopard, leaping forward, with his mouth open. Was crafted, circa 1960's in solid yellow gold of 18 karats and is equipped with hinged double vertical pins and a trombone security lock. Can be also used as a pendant in a long chain. The entire panther's body is decorated, with applications of black hot enamels. Stamped in a plaque at the reverse, with Italian hallmarks; the maker's mark for Frascarolo. the assay hallmarks and signed, "MODELE DEPOSE F.C. MADE IN ITALY .750 18 KT". Note, This exact model was manufactured to be retailed at the Kutchinsky galleries in London. Note: Frascarolo is considered by many, the David Webb from Italy. His jewelry with beasts and wild animals in enamel are wanted and considered as highly collectible pieces. Authenticity guaranteed.

Price: 4000 USD

Location: Sudbury, Massachusetts

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