French antique 18K gold Bressan enamel bracelet
Step into a new season with this colourful bracelet! This exceptional French antique 18K gold bracelet features a stunning large panel of Bressan enamel, celebrating the arrival of spring. The enamel panel is in a vivid green color and it is decorated with gold arabesques with red, sky blue and white dots. The panel is connected on each side by six delicate gold chains, culminating in a beautiful antique box clasp, equally engraved with floral designs.
This bracelet is a rare example of Bressan enamel craftsmanship, and it is uncommon to find such a piece in such remarkable antique condition. A true gem for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Bressan enamel, traditional technique used in jewelry exclusively crafted in Bourg-en-Bresse, in the Ain department in France, is renowned for its vibrant colors and intricate designs. They are made of enamel and fine gold particles, all set on a relief, rounded surface. This art form flourished in the 18th and 19th centuries, often used to adorn jewelry, snuffboxes, and other luxury items. The technique involves fusing powdered glass to metal at high temperatures, creating a durable and luminous finish. Bressan enamel is particularly celebrated for its floral and arabesque motifs, often combined with gold accents, as seen in this exquisite bracelet. Today, pieces featuring Bressan enamel are highly sought after by collectors due to their rarity and historical significance.
Measurements and condition
In overall good antique condition with traces of use and oxidation.
French eagle’s head hallmark for 18K gold on the clasp.
The enamel panel measures: 3.1cm*2.45cm
Length of the bracelet: 16.9cm / 6.8 inches
Weight: 18.9g
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