Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Gold-Filled Monster Brooch

This is a gold-filled monster brooch from the Art Nouveau period in France, dating between 1890-1900, adorned with a single glass stone. French gold-filled jewelry is renowned for its substantial gold content and superior craftsmanship, earning it a reputation for enduring beauty. The exquisite attention to detail is another hallmark of French artistry, rarely seen in jewelry from other nations. The reverse of the monster bears the mark "ORIA," a well-known French gold-filling company that predates FIX and traces its origins back to the Second French Empire. Information about this brand is scarce, but it is recognized as one of the first companies in France to produce heavily plated 18k gold jewelry. The brooch exhibits the characteristic fluid style of the Art Nouveau era. A winged monster soars within a frame composed of flowing lines resembling foliage and mist. The intricate detailing of the feathers and the texture of its skin are remarkably fine. A vivid red glass stone held in its mouth brings the creature to life, striking a delicate balance between power and grace. Its sinuous structure allows it to be worn not only as a brooch but also with a watch chain, as shown in the styling photos. The piece is in good antique condition, with normal signs of oxidation and wear consistent with its age, more noticeable on the reverse. It is a century-old antique, not a new item. Origin: France Period: 1890-1900 Materials: Gold-filled, Glass stone (paste) Dimensions: 4.25x3.4 cm Condition: The item is in good antique condition, with normal oxidation and signs of wear, more apparent on the reverse. It is a century-old antique and not a new item. Please Note: Antique jewelry refers to pieces "over one hundred 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 no-questions-asked refund if the item does not match the certificate. Each item's condition is meticulously recorded using photographic equipment before sale to ensure customers are fully aware of any imperfections or signs of wear. Photographs form an integral part of the item description. Therefore, customers are urged to carefully assess their purchase intent before checkout. Once payment is completed, and given the unique nature of the items sold by this brand, we regret that returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for any reason, including minor flaws or expected wear. We kindly ask all customers to reconfirm their purchase intentions before checkout to avoid any disputes. Shipping: Enjoy "free shipping on any jewelry purchase" for Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. Within Taiwan, all orders will be sent via registered post by Chunghwa Post. If registered post is inconvenient, please note your preference for convenience store pickup (7-11 or FamilyMart) in your order, along with the store name or code. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.