{"product_id":"early-19th-century-enamel-and-gold-vinaigrette-pendant","title":"Early 19th Century Enamel and Gold Vinaigrette Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eC.1820-1830s. An exquisite early 19th century French enamel and gold vinaigrette pendant. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vinaigrette is a miniature \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eobjet de vertu\" (small objects of art) with a small sponge inside that was saturated with perfumes or oils. Often worn from chatelaines and long chains or worn over gloves, bracelets, it was carried to mask the odor of surroundings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen the sponge was soaked only in vinegar, it could also help prevent the wearer from fainting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe craftsmanship of this piece is exceptional, featuring intricate guilloché enamel and finely hand-painted floral bouquets of roses and forget-me-nots. The highly decorative suspension chain utilizes a bar-link construction, adorned with white and green enamel that perfectly complements the central vessel. Both the body and the lid are accented with two table-cut emeralds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe lid closes with a satisfying, secure snap, and the beautifully pierced internal grille remains in excellent working order. Crafted in 18k gold with a total weight of 12.99 grams, this piece has been preserved in immaculate condition and is ready to be worn with a chain of your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTotal Drop: Approximately 28mm (body only) or 58mm with the suspension chain\u003cbr\u003eTop Diameter: Approximately 22mm (lid)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBottom Diameter: Approximately 18mm \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LAELIUS Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46278089670806,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/0129\/files\/redvinaigrette1_SQ.jpg?v=1772751629","url":"https:\/\/www.laeliusantiques.com\/products\/early-19th-century-enamel-and-gold-vinaigrette-pendant","provider":"LAELIUS Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}