Art Deco Diamond & Carved Jade "Opium Poppies" Brooch faience Central stones are faceted Rock

Central stones are faceted Rock Crystal

Made at a time when the precision of machines didn't apply to production of such small articles

a tantalising glimpse of what they would go on to experience in eternity

within a picture frame border

This incredible 18k gold St

Art Deco Diamond & Carved Jade "Opium Poppies" Brooch faience Central stones are faceted RockDATE: Art Deco, c. 1920 An exceptional carved jade brooch dating from the Art Deco period, circa 1920, although the jade itself is older, Chinese origin, likely carved in mid 19th century. The craftsmanship is exceptional, characterised by opium poppies and foliage. It's set in a platinum mount with diamond and milligrain "asterisks" at the top and bottom. After the Qing court was dissolved in 1912, many articles ended up in the USA and Europe, and