{"product_id":"belle-epoque-antique-french-muse-pendant-with-chain","title":"Belle Époque, Antique, French Muse Pendant with Chain","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted using traditional French \u003ci\u003ebijouterie creuse\u003c\/i\u003e (hollow jewellery) techniques, this antique Belle Époque pendant (c.1890-1910) features a beautifully detailed, double-sided silhouette, combining a romantic classical profile with an ornate, structural frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant features an identical design on both the front and back. The central medallion showcases a beautifully struck profile of a classical Muse, enclosed by an elegant eight-lobed scalloped border accented with delicate beadwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced directly from the prestigious Paul Bert Serpette market in Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight (including remaining top loop): approx. 30mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: approx. 25mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComes with a complimentary, gold-tone costume jewellery bail and chain (18 inch length).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eComposition\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-quality antique French gold-fill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe clean with a soft, dry microfiber cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid harsh chemical cleaners, polishing compounds, or moisture to preserve the authentic antique patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem is in good antique condition, beautifully showcasing its 100+ year history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece preserves its rich, warm \"old gold\" pigmentation and crisp bas-relief detailing. The double-shell construction holds its shape perfectly, featuring a visible historical solder seam along the side rim (a characteristic marker of its authentic turn-of-the-century manufacturing process).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original hanging bail is missing and has been replaced with a modern, costume jewellery bail and chain. The pendant could be kept on the complimentary chain, or threaded directly onto a fine gold chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor, negligible surface wear and natural patina consistent with light historical use. A beautiful historical piece, waiting to be reworn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Evelyn\u0026Fox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57188204708215,"sku":"EF057","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/9394\/1623\/files\/Belle_epoque_pendant_1.heic?v=1781694263","url":"https:\/\/evelynandfox.com\/products\/belle-epoque-antique-french-muse-pendant-with-chain","provider":"Evelyn\u0026Fox","version":"1.0","type":"link"}