Silver
France, c. 1890
Stamped: French lozenge hallmark and rhino head assay mark
Approximately 134 old mine cut, foil backed paste stones
Dimensions: 1 9/16 x 3 in. (3.96 x 7.62 cm)
Total weight: 20.4 dwt, 31.7 g
Very good condition

This gorgeous, silver portrait pendant features an idyllic scene of a seated woman playing a harp, looked upon adoring by a cupid, in the style of Rococo painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard. The cut corner rectangle shaped picture is framed by a rose gold toned border with a scalloped texture which is further wreathed by 134 mine cut, foil backed paste stones emblematic of the period. Of varying sizes, these are bezel set in a foliate design, and the pendant is topped by a bail which is fronted by a stylized bow with sprays of continuing design. In good condition with the locket window in back in working order and wear commensurate with age.