Victorian Coral Etruscan Revival Brooch By Casalta Circa 1860

A magnificent piece of mid-to-late 19th-century history from the celebrated Casalta workshop in Naples, Italy.  This brooch carries a prestigious Royal connection: the original box confirms Casalta were the official suppliers to the Prince of Savoy-Carignan, a prominent  member of the Italian Royal House.  During the "Grand Tour" era, wealthy travellers would visit this specific workshop to buy the finest jewellery as a mark of status and taste.

The brooch is a masterclass in the Etruscan Revival style, which was highly fashionable in the 1800s.  It features a large, polished natural cabochon coral in a delicate salmon-pink hue, framed by intricate gold gilt metalwork.  The design uses a technique called granulation-tiny hand-applied gold beads that create a rich, textured lace effect, typical of high end Neapolitan craftsmanship.

Maker - L. Casalta, Naples (original silk lined Royal presentation box included).

Origin - Naples, Italy

Circa 1860

Condition: excellent antique condition.  The coral has a beautiful natural lustre, and the gilt work remains crisp.  The rare survival of the original box, featuring the Royal appointment label, adds significant provenance.

Stock ref - CG-JA-009