1870s French Rococo Revival Sterling Silver Carved Photo Locket

This French photo locket from the 1870s is crafted from sterling silver and includes a glass pearl, thoughtfully chosen by the owner. The 19th century saw a surge in interest in Historicism, a period where designers drew inspiration from past artistic styles. Rococo, characterized by its lightness and softness, evokes a sense of freedom and carefree spirit. It often incorporated delicate floral motifs, spiraling forms, and natural elements like seashells, experiencing a revival during this era of historical fascination. This Rococo Revival piece is notably large and eye-catching. While highly ornamental, its design features gracefully curved lines and a smooth, elegant silhouette, with meticulous attention to detail. The intricate openwork structure creates a complex yet delicate composition, embodying the lighthearted and romantic qualities of the Rococo style. The circular frame can be completely removed from the front, allowing space for not only a photograph but also small, slightly thicker keepsakes, such as the glass pearl included with the locket, which will be gifted with your purchase. As an antique item, it bears normal signs of wear. There is varying degrees of oxidation throughout, and a scuff mark on the exterior bottom of the glass on the reverse side. While the inner frame's clasp does not sit perfectly flush at the bottom, it securely fastens without risk of falling open. Please note this is a century-old antique, not a new item. Origin: France Year: 1870s Material: Sterling Silver Dimensions: 7.5 x 4 x 1.2 cm Weight: 19.47g Condition: Antique condition with normal signs of wear. Varying degrees of oxidation throughout. A scuff mark on the exterior bottom of the reverse glass. The circular frame's clasp does not sit perfectly flush at the bottom, but securely fastens. Glass pearl included as a gift. Important Notes: Antique jewelry refers to pieces over 100 years old. Items less than a century old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All jewelry sold by Xiang Cheng Antique Jewelry comes with a brand certificate detailing the era, materials, and other specifics. We offer a full refund if the item does not match the certificate. Each piece is meticulously documented with photographic equipment before sale to ensure customers are aware of any imperfections or signs of wear. Photographs form an integral part of the item description. Therefore, we kindly request that customers carefully consider their purchase intent before checkout. Once checkout is completed, due to the unique nature of our products, we unfortunately cannot accept returns or exchanges for any reason, including minor flaws or depreciation. Please confirm your purchase decision thoroughly before checkout to avoid any disputes. Shipping Information: Enjoy complimentary shipping on any single item purchased within Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. All orders within Taiwan will be sent via registered post. If registered mail is inconvenient, please specify your preferred convenience store (7-11 or FamilyMart) for pickup and provide the store name or code. Orders to Hong Kong and Macau will be shipped via SF Express.