Art Nouveau JUGENDSTIL Opal, Emerald, Garnet & Pink Malachite Glass Purse Brooch Tortoiseshell The natural matrix is visible

The natural matrix is visible at the back

The links are a flattering elongated oval shape

There is some light surface wear present to the back of the Garnet's settings

and the facets are crisp

with the Peridot’s fresh

Art Nouveau JUGENDSTIL Opal, Emerald, Garnet & Pink Malachite Glass Purse Brooch Tortoiseshell The natural matrix is visibleDescription: A beautiful Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) purse brooch in cool toned Silver, its horizontal bar suspending a double chained oval drop alive with softly radiating foliate detail. The sculptural relief and graceful lines are quintessential of the period, with an engraved monogram adding a personal flourish. Colour sings through cabochon gems: a pastel Opal, vivid Emerald and rich Garnet are complemented by a charming Pink Malachite glass accent,