Presented here, a beautiful vintage 14K solid yellow gold ring (hallmarked 14k) decorated with a round shaped Onyx stone in which there is an exquisite Italian micromosaic inlayed, representing an ancient temple, probably The Temple of Hephaestus in Athens (also known as Thissio, hence the namesake neighborhood that houses it) is among the best-preserved ancient temples in Greece. It was dedicated to Hephaestus, the Olympian god of fire, and Athena, the Olympian goddess of wisdom, strategy and crafts.
The micromosaic is made of extremely tiny tiles, resting over the round shaped onix stone and pays exquisite attention to the detail.
Please note: the left side of the sky has probably been professionally restaured as it looks a bit different to the right side. Please refer to the pictures.The 14K solid yellow gold ring mounting is heavy and robust and is also decorated with three (3) gently curved stripes at each side.
The ring comes in a vintage/antique purple-color-lined jewellery box (see last picture, please).
Please refer to the detailed pictures, they speak by themselves :)
TOTAL WEIGHT : 6.70grMEASURES: the frontal part of the ring containing the onyx with the micromosaic measures 14mm diameter. The ring is a US 6 size (size EU 52)
ESTIMATED AGE: circa 1920
GENERAL CONDITION: very good general condition. Please refer to the detailed pictures.
ADDITIONAL INFO:
The pioneers of this wonderful art were both Greeks and Romans. Italians began creating micromosaics in the Renaissance and gained great popularity in the mid-19th century, when the center of production was the beautiful and immortal Rome.
The micromosaics were applied to different objects such as pieces of jewelry. Favorite scenes to stage include Roman landscapes, religious and mythological themes, flowers, animals, and exterior scenes or scenes inspired by works of pictorial art. The smaller mosaics come from works from the period between the end of the 18th century and the end of the 19th century. The beauty and quality of the micromosaic depended exclusively on the artistic skill of the craftsman as well as his inspiration and aesthetic criteria. Authentic works of art were created that are currently exhibited in museums or private collections of avid collectors whose fascination is passed down from generation to generation.
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€690.00Precio
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