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DIAMOND AND FEATHER AIGRETTE, CIRCA 1900
Of spray design, decorated with five-point stars embellished with rose-cut diamonds terminating in cultured pearls supporting a detachable plume of white egret feathers, mounted in 9ct gold with silver tops, length 160mm, width 60mm, total gross weight approximately 10 grams, with base metal hair pin attachment.
Accompanied by a fitted box.
NOTES
The aigrette is a type of hair ornament that is typically decorated with feathers and embellished with jewels, sometimes mounted en tremblant. It is named after the egret bird, whose feathers were frequently used as hair and hat decorations. This trend was most popular in the late 19th century, when hats were often made entirely of feathers and even whole birds. Aigrettes were a natural complement to the elaborate hairstyles and wigs of the Georgian era, and they regained popularity during the latter part of the Victorian period. In the Art Deco era, simpler and shorter hairstyles were often adorned with bandeaus and other hair accessories, including aigrettes. The use of feathers as a popular jewellery motif continues to this day, reflecting our enduring fascination with birds.
Sold for $4,600
Lot 556
Of spray design, decorated with five-point stars embellished with rose-cut diamonds terminating in cultured pearls supporting a detachable plume of white egret feathers, mounted in 9ct gold with silver tops, length 160mm, width 60mm, total gross weight approximately 10 grams, with base metal hair pin attachment.
Accompanied by a fitted box.
NOTES
The aigrette is a type of hair ornament that is typically decorated with feathers and embellished with jewels, sometimes mounted en tremblant. It is named after the egret bird, whose feathers were frequently used as hair and hat decorations. This trend was most popular in the late 19th century, when hats were often made entirely of feathers and even whole birds. Aigrettes were a natural complement to the elaborate hairstyles and wigs of the Georgian era, and they regained popularity during the latter part of the Victorian period. In the Art Deco era, simpler and shorter hairstyles were often adorned with bandeaus and other hair accessories, including aigrettes. The use of feathers as a popular jewellery motif continues to this day, reflecting our enduring fascination with birds.
Estimate $2,000 - $3,000
Session II
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8701
6:00pm - 6 June 2023
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
MEL: Friday 26 - Sunday 28 May, 10am - 4pm
333 Malvern Road, South Yarra VIC
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SYD: Friday 2 - Sunday 4 June, 10am - 4pm
The Bond, 36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra NSW
CONTACT
Lauren Boustridge
lauren.boustridge@leonardjoel.com.au