Lot 003 - Antique Victorian Hair Work Keepsake Brooch with Floral Palette Under Convex Glass in Gold-Tone Oval Setting, 1-1/8" L x 1-3/4" H

Lot 003 - Antique Victorian Hair Work Keepsake Brooch with Floral Palette Under Convex Glass in Gold-Tone Oval Setting, 1-1/8" L x 1-3/4" HAntique Victorian hair work keepsake brooch in a gold tone metal oval setting with a smooth outer frame. The front features a convex glass cover over a hair work palette on a white ground, depicting a curving plume of hair alongside a flower with leaves and small seed like accents. Small white bead details are visible within the composition. A small piece of palette worked hair is loose inside the glass. The inner bezel is secured with small metal

Pre-Auction Notes: Various heavy wear and losses

Cabinet shows honest wear from storage use but remains fully functional

" Please note that one of the blades is chipped at the end - see photographs to know the exact condition

largest 6-7/8" x 8-7/8"

one at the top and one at the bottom

The collar is edged in gold bullion fringe throughout and fastens at the front with a chain link clasp

Pre-Auction Notes: Wear and tear to typewritten paper label

It sits on the model T-UG8 stand

but it still looks quite nice

Here is a charming antique wooden trunk or chest completely covered in what is likely cow hide and decorated with metal studs

Pre-Auction Notes: Device sold as found

1834–1891)