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30 - A 19th-century French brooch by Wièse. It depicts the head of a winged Cupid with a halo in the background. The back is signed “Wiese.” Jules Wièse (1819–1890) was one of the finest French jewelers and goldsmiths of the 19th century. Born in Berlin, he trained under court goldsmith Johann Georg Hossauer before moving to Paris, where he worked for J.-V. Morel and Froment-Meurice. In 1845, he established his own workshop and became renowned for his highly sculptural Neo-Renaissance and Gothic jewelry, earning prestigious medals in Paris and London. His work is celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, historical inspiration, and artistic originality. Marked with the French hallmark, “tête d’aigle,” for 18-karat gold, 10.0 g, 22.6 x 26.2 mm [1]
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A 19th-century French brooch by Wièse. It depicts the head of a winged Cupid with a halo in the background. The back is signed “Wiese.” Jules Wièse (1819–1890) was one of the finest French jewelers and goldsmiths of the 19th century. Born in Berlin, he trained under court goldsmith Johann Georg Hossauer before moving to Paris, where he worked for J.-V. Morel and Froment-Meurice. In 1845, he established his own workshop and became renowned for his highly sculptural Neo-Renaissance and Gothic jewelry, earning prestigious medals in Paris and London. His work is celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, historical inspiration, and artistic originality. Marked with the French hallmark, “tête d’aigle,” for 18-karat gold, 10.0 g, 22.6 x 26.2 mm [1]
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