1900s French Art Nouveau Leaping Piglet Pendant

This pendant, originating from the Art Nouveau period in France around the 1900s, is crafted from high-quality French 18k heavy gold plating. The pig, a symbol of prosperity and abundance in agriculture and livestock across Europe, embodies the essence of fertility and good fortune. This plump little pig is exquisitely detailed, with a lively posture and exquisitely rendered dynamic movement. Its slightly uneven ears, one higher than the other, enhance its playful, leaping stance, making it even more endearing. The rendering of its fur is a notable highlight, realistically depicting a soft, flowing texture characteristic of the Art Nouveau style. The bail bears the "FIX" stamp. Initially a maker's mark, FIX later became synonymous with high-quality French 18k heavy gold plating, a material so substantial it was often referred to as "gold that never fades." A brief history of French heavy gold-plated jewelry: In the early 19th century, French jeweler Mr. Savard began creating 18k heavy gold-plated jewelry. The gold layer was so thick that it was almost indistinguishable from solid gold. Some jewelers even dismantled FIX pieces to reclaim the gold, a testament to its quality. The FIX mark was later registered by Savard's ambitious son. After 1893, jewelry produced by the Savard family bore the FIX mark, which served not only as a trademark but also as a seal of quality for their exceptional pieces. At its peak, FIX collaborated with several prominent French Art Nouveau masters, including Emile Dropsy, Tairac, and Becker, to design jewelry. This piece is in good antique condition, showing normal signs of age and wear consistent with a century-old antique item, not a new piece. Origin: France Era: 1900s Material: 18k heavy gold plating Dimensions: 2.1x1.5x0.8 cm Weight: 1.13g Condition: Good antique condition with normal oxidation and signs of wear. Bail bears the FIX stamp. Important Purchase Information: Antique jewelry is defined as jewelry that is "over one hundred years old." Pieces less than a century old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All jewelry sold by Xiangcheng Antique Jewelry comes with a brand certificate of authenticity detailing the era, materials, and other relevant information. We offer a full refund if the item does not match the description on the certificate. Each item is meticulously documented with photographic equipment before sale to ensure customers are fully aware of any imperfections or signs of wear. These photos are an integral part of the product description. Therefore, we kindly ask that customers carefully evaluate their purchase intent before checkout. Once the checkout process is complete, due to the unique nature of our products, we unfortunately cannot accept returns or exchanges for any reason, including minor flaws or expected wear due to age. Please confirm your purchase decision thoroughly before checkout to avoid any disputes. Shipping Methods: Enjoy "complimentary shipping on any purchase" for orders destined for Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. Shipments within Taiwan will be sent via registered post. If registered post delivery is inconvenient, please indicate your preference for store pickup (7-11 or FamilyMart) and provide the store name or code in your order notes. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.