Antique Virgin Mary medal brooch, religious Art Nouveau style

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Description

An antique religious-style brooch, featuring a central medallion adorned with a relief profile of the Virgin Mary. The central part is circular, depicting a finely crafted profile portrait of the Virgin wearing a hood, facing right. This central element is framed by two symmetrical lily-shaped ornaments, typical of Art Nouveau or late 19th-early 20th century aesthetics, recognizable by its vegetal curves and delicate decoration.

The brooch displays a dark finish with an antique patina, with a slightly oxidized metallic appearance, though the material cannot be precisely identified without further information. The details of the sculpture are clear, particularly the drapery of the veil and the facial features. The overall impression is one of sobriety and contemplation, reinforced by the religious representation and the dark tones of the visible surface.

The pin clasp, visible on the back, is a simple type, typical of antique jewelry. The lateral ends are worked in relief with floral and leafy motifs, reinforcing the decorative and spiritual character of the piece. No inscription or mark is visible on the front of the object.

The brooch is presented on a neutral background, highlighting the contrast between the relief of the decoration and the smooth surface of the background. No major chips or structural defects are visible on the presented side, but slight wear consistent with age is noticeable across the entire surface.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Antique patina and visible signs of wear, with no apparent chips on the front.

Did you know? Religious brooches with the Virgin Mary motif were particularly popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a period when Art Nouveau style popularized floral decorations and sacred representations in costume and religious jewelry. Lily motifs were frequently used in France at the time, notably to symbolize purity and attachment to Christian tradition.

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