09-24-200209-25-2002
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2161Boston
September 24, 2002 12:00 PMCalender
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16kt Gold Etruscan Revival Earpendants

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$5,053$4,300
Auction: Sale #2161 - 2161Location: BostonDate / Time: September 24, 2002 12:00PM

Description:

16kt Gold Etruscan Revival Earpendants, designed as domed lozenges with applied beads within banded circular frames, applied ropetwist decoration and snake motifs, 8.4 dwt, Prince of Wales feathers hallmark for Robert Phillips, London, (one earpendant with minor loss).Note: Robert Phillips (d.1881) was among the most renowned of the mid-century Victorian specialists in archaeological jewelery. Like his contemporary Castellani, he favored Greek and Etruscan forms. Phillips was instrumental in assisting Carlo Giuliano, the Neapolitan master, in establishing himself in London.
Estimate $800-1,000

Keywords

Robert Phillips, London, Wales, Carlo Giuliano