27 - Work from the 1920s–1930s

Work from the 1920s–1930s Persian-inspired brooch in 850‰ platinum with an openwork geometric design, centered by an oval cabochon coral flanked by two pear-shaped onyx cabochons, accented with old-cut and 8/8 diamonds in a pearl-set setting. Rear pin mechanism in 850‰ platinum. Dimensions: 3 x 2.1 cm. Gross weight: 6.5 g. (Repairs; minor chips on the diamonds). This tiered brooch adorned with onyx and coral draws its ornamental vocabulary from Persian and Oriental arts. Motifs derived from these traditions are integrated into Art Deco jewelry through the lens of geometry—particularly by Cartier—lending the resulting pieces a modern dimension.