Important Foiled Pink Topaz, Emerald, Pearl, and Enamel Necklace in 18k and Sterling April 4th or a dewdrop on the

or a dewdrop on the tip of a leaf

with intricate and gracefully symmetrical

and design as the fashion

which celebrated ‘art for art’s sake

it is considered to be more precious and valuable

Important Foiled Pink Topaz, Emerald, Pearl, and Enamel Necklace in 18k and Sterling April 4th or a dewdrop on theThe motifs used in the late 18th and early 19th century are predominantly classical with the ornamental language initially taken from architectural decorations. There was a high level of symmetry in most years of the neoclassical period and the relief was low, more than often even flat. Popular motives were rosettes, festoons, half fluted pillars, vases, urns, ribbon bows, hearts, portraits, and snakes. A festoon by definition is a garland of flowers,