Micromosaic Plaque 1800, Rome Set in Gold Frame, 1840, England The Victoria & Albert Museum |
The frame, however, is of later creation—dated to about 1840 and thought to be made in England. Micromosaics were popular souvenirs for tourists visiting Rome as they could be easily purchased for a low cost and brought back to England and to America without effort. As was the case with this adorable canine scene, these souvenirs were often brought home by travelers who had them set into pieces of jewelry or sometimes incorporated into boxes or cases.
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I love Micromosaic jewelry! This is a amazing piece. I love the colors mix with the ornate gold frame.
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