Carved Essex Crystal African Violet Flower Brooch prasiolite What seems to draw inspiration

What seems to draw inspiration from Buccellati's style and signature look actually originates from the Victorian archaeological revival era of the 19th century

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Carved Essex Crystal African Violet Flower Brooch prasiolite What seems to draw inspirationAntique and dating to circa 1900, this brooch is a wearable poesy of blooms year round. Royal purple African violets cascade from a woven basket. Carved in rock crystal from the reverse, this delicate tableau was then hand painted in realistic hues. Two shades of purple petals contrast with their canary yellow stamens along with a few green leaves in the background. Ochre and honey yellow in hue, the basket appears as if braided. The cabochon of rock