micro mosaic set 19 th century

19th century micro mosaic set. It consists of a necklace and a pair of earrings. The elements are set in vermeil, with a master silversmith's mark. The oval medallions are decorated with motifs of flowers, hens, flower baskets, insects, ancient monuments ... The earrings are decorated with pansies. These micro-mosaics are encrusted in red glass paste. Many Europeans brought back from their trip to Italy as part of the "grand tour" of the small mosaic plaques that they had mounted on their return as jewels by their silversmith. We have a good example here, the mosaics being Roman and the French work frame around 1830, presented in its case. Dimensions: Pendants and tassels 4 cm necklace length 40 cm. Safety chain and gold gooseneck