Curiously timeless
Beautiful French antique 18K gold chimera pin brooch
For sale a rare French Art Nouveau era 18K gold chimera pin brooch, featuring a flying chimera toward his prey. His eyes brilliant and focused; his wings strong and beautiful. The whole design shows us the courage and power from this mysterious creature. The pin brooch is French made during the late 19th century/beginning of the 20th century. It is made in 18K yellow gold with great attention to details.
Chimera is probably one of those most mysterious creatures we can have in the antique jewelry: it was a fire-breathing creature with the body and head of a lion, a goat's head rising from its back, the udders of a goat, and a serpent for a tail.
Toward the close of the 19th century French jewelers created a golden bestiary of fantastic creatures and mythical animals. This richly detailed chimera is a wonderful example of the work of the French fin de siecle jewelry artists.
We see this pin brooch a perfect piece to add into your antique pin collection and also a wonderful gift as a jewelry gift for gentlemen.
The box on the photo is for display only and the second chimera brooch is also available for purchase in our shop.
Measurements and condition
In very good antique condition. Slight traces of use on the gold.
two hallmarks on the pin and the pin brooch is also acid tested for 18K gold.
The chimera measures 17mm*15mm
Length of the pin: 7cm
Weight: 2.76g