Art Deco Diamond & Carved Jade "Opium Poppies" Brooch brass With a diamond-set strap and

With a diamond-set strap and further diamond and rubies at the headstock

mistress of French King Louis XIV

but quite successful

to commemorate the life of the deceased

Length of chain: 32 inches

Art Deco Diamond & Carved Jade "Opium Poppies" Brooch brass With a diamond-set strap andDATE: Art Deco, c. 1920 An exceptional carved jade brooch dating from the Art Deco period, circa 1920, although the jade itself is older, Chinese origin, likely carved in mid 19th century. The craftsmanship is exceptional, characterised by opium poppies and foliage. It's set in a platinum mount with diamond and milligrain "asterisks" at the top and bottom. After the Qing court was dissolved in 1912, many articles ended up in the USA and Europe, and