1880s French Regional Jewelry: Fiery Red Emaux Bressans Sterling Silver Pendant

This is a pure silver pendant from the 1880s, showcasing the distinct Emaux Bressans style from France. The piece is adorned with a striking, vibrant red enamel base. Subtle linear etchings beneath the surface of the base layer create a rich depth and variation in the intense red hue. Embellished with characteristic gold leaf and enamel beads, the design features symmetrically arranged, arched leaf motifs and floral patterns made of enamel beads, resulting in a composition of exceptional balance. The overall piece is exquisite and ornate, demonstrating the refined craftsmanship inherent in this regional jewelry style. About Emaux Bressans: Emaux Bressans refers to a unique regional style of enamelwork originating from the Bresse area in southeastern France. With roots tracing back to the 14th century as a technique for decorating weaponry, it began to be used in jewelry during the 19th century. This type of enamel is renowned for its leaf-shaped patterns rendered in gold leaf, three-dimensional enamel beads, and rich, saturated colors. The item is in good antique condition, showing normal signs of oxidation and wear commensurate with its age. The enamel and gold leaf designs are almost entirely intact. Please note that this is a century-old antique piece, not a brand-new item. Origin: France Year: 1880s Material: Sterling Silver, Enamel Dimensions: Pendant 1.8x0.8 cm Weight: 2.4g Condition: Good antique condition, with normal oxidation and wear marks. Enamel and gold leaf designs are largely undamaged. Important Notes for Purchase: Antique jewelry specifically refers to pieces that are "over a 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 will come with a brand certificate detailing the item's era, materials, and other specifications. A full refund will be issued if the product does not match the certificate's description. Before sale, each item's condition is meticulously documented using photographic equipment to ensure customers are fully aware of any flaws or signs of use. Photographs form an integral part of the product description. Therefore, customers are kindly requested to carefully evaluate their purchase intent before checkout. Once the checkout process is completed, due to the unique nature of our products, we regret that returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for any reason, including minor flaws or signs of age. We urge customers to confirm their purchase intentions thoroughly before checkout to prevent any disputes. Shipping Information: Enjoy complimentary shipping on any purchase to Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. All shipments within Taiwan will be sent via Registered Post. If registered mail is inconvenient, please specify your preferred convenience store for 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.