EXQUISITE ANTIQUE LOVE & MOURNING DOMED BUBBLE GLASS VICTORIAN ERA BROOCH For Sale

EXQUISITE ANTIQUE LOVE, MOURNING & FIDELITY REVERSE PAINTEDDOMED BUBBLE GLASS(ALSO KNOWN AS ESSEX GLASS) VICTORIAN ERA BROOCH
This is an exquisite antique brooch from the Victorian era, characterized by its distinctive reverse-painted artwork under a domed 'bubble' glass. The central image depicts a swallow in flight above a delicately rendered rose and foliage, a motif often associated with theses of love, remembrance, and safe return, making it a popular choice for sentimental or mourning jewelry of the period. The artwork is set within an oval, brass- toned metal frame featuring an ornate, scalloped edge, which enhances its antique charm and aesthetic appeal. The dimensions of the brooch are 1 1/2 inches by 1 inch in OVAL. The domed bubble glass on this brooch creates a unique magnifying and three-dimensional effect, making the reverse painted swallow and rose appear to float within the setting. The subtle iridescent quality of the backdrop behind the painting adds to its ethereal charm, enhancing the delicate details of the bird's feathers and gentle curves of the rose petals, a testament to the skilled craftsmanship required for this technique. The brooch's classic oval shape and ornate, scalloped metal frame are unmistakable hallmarks of Victorian jewelry design. The chosen motif of a swallow, gracefully depicted in mid-flight above a blooming rose, speaks volumes through the symbolic language prevalent during the era, often conveying messages of enduring love, fidelity, or heartfelt remembrance, reflecting the periods deeply sentimental approach to personal adornment. Victorian mourning and sentimental jewelry, this brooch, frequently incorporated symbolic motifs such as swallows, which commonly represented safe return, eternal love, or the journey of the soul. The 'bubble glass' technique (sometimes referred to as 'Essex glass' or Goofus glass') was a popular method for creating miniature scenes or portraits under a convex glass dome giving them a remarkably lifelike, almost three-dimensional appearance. This technique also causes the iridescent look 'almost-mother of pearl like' of the background. The intricate reverse painting process involved meticulously applying pain to the back of the glass, demanding exceptional skill and precision to ensure the perfection of the image when viewed from the front. Such antique brooches are highly valued by collectors for their historical significance, the intricate artistry involved and the personal often sentimental stories they embody from a bygone era. Many brooches from the Victorian period featured a straightforward 'C' clasp (see picture) mechanism on the reverse, which was the standard before the widespread of more secure safety catches.
PRICE $69.95PLUS, $5.00 USPS GROUND ADVANTAGE GREAT - ITEMS IN OUR Store!

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Our Store has expanded beyond our wildest expectations! Please set aside a bit of time to peruse through the store and see the many new things that have come our way. If you have been with us over the last 22 years you have seen and helped us grow! And we thank you all so much!

If you are new to us; you will see from our commitment, why we have been able to stick around so long, against the big outfits.

We honestly care about our customers and

their concerns. We are a small mom & pop setup, doing our best to serve you folks well!

In regard to that, we would like to say this:

If you feel that the asking price for a particular item is too much, that's fine, feel free to make us an offer that is more in line with what you are thinking! We promise, "You will not hurt our feelings!" We are not forced to accept it. If we are able to come down to your price, we certainly have that option. If we don't accept it, then you know we can't do it. That should not hurt your feelings either, that is what makes a marketplace! Please don't be offended, many times we can come to an agreement on a fairer price that fits each other's budget.

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SHOP - >> Children's toys.

Our brand new classic wooden toys. Beautifully crafted and many adorably painted. Wonderful wood toys that bring back great memories of yesteryear. Including the Whistles, noise makers, Yo-Yos, Swing & Catch toys that help hand eye coordination, Waterplay Pool Toys, including Arm bands, Flamingo & Fish, Beach balls, Inflatable rafts. Pencil Cases-Pink/Silver - Star Wars BB-8 robot. Football Pencil Sharpener, Basketball Stapler, Solar System Mobile, Disney Star Wars - Rogue One Action Figure w/weapons,

5 Pack Metal by JADA Toys Pack B Harry Potter Figurines (Harry, Dumbledore, Malfoy, Prof. McGonagall, Another, 5 Pack Metal by JADA Toys Pack

A Harry Potter Figurines (Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Percy Weasley, Arthur Weasley), Jump Ropes, Chinese Finger Trap (6 pack), Activity Kits - Bracelet Packs, Pumpkin Carving Kits, Make-up Kits, View Master Reels (no viewers) Peter Pan, Dumbo, Batman, Winnie the Pooh. Disney Movies (Clam Shell Cases), Tonka Trucks, (Used), Spinner Drum Dual Sided, Tambourine Like Drum 1 sided 1 Person Artwork, Tambourine Like Drum 1 sided 2 Person Artwork, Ceramic Hippo Bank with Rubber Stopper, Ceramic Cow 5 Pack Metal by JADA Toys Pack B Harry Potter Figurines (Harry, Dumbledore, Malfoy, Prof. McGonagall, Another, 5 Pack Metal by JADA Toys Pack

A Harry Potter Figurines (Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Percy Weasley, Arthur Weasley), Jump Ropes, Chinese Finger Trap (6 pack), Activity Kits - Bracelet Packs, Pumpkin Carving Kits, Make-up Kits, View Master Reels (no viewers) Peter Pan, Dumbo, Batman, Winnie the Pooh. Disney Movies (Clam Shell Cases), Tonka Trucks, (Used), Spinner Drum Dual Sided, Tambourine Like Drum 1 sided 1 Person Artwork,

Tambourine Like Drum 1 sided 2 Person Artwork, Ceramic Hippo Bank with Rubber Stopper, Ceramic Cow Bank with Rubber Stopper.Star Wars Water Bottles - Aluminum with Helmet Heads, Storm Trooper, Kilo Ren.

SHOP- >> Video Media

We have an interesting collection of DVDs, "Brand New", and also a "Lightly Used" category in both "DVDs" and "VCR" Tapes.

Watch for "Our Disney Clam Shell Collection" Coming soon!

A sampling: of "Classic Titles" in our "Brand-new", DVDs. category. 1. "The Devil Wears Prada". 2."Superman Returns"

3. "Ghost" 4. "Coming to America", 5."Titanic".

SHOP- >> Collectible, Items, from Sports

Baseball Memorabilia

Derek Jeter/Rey Ordonez Starting Lineup Classic Doubles

Babe Ruth/Roger Maris Starting Lineup Classic Doubles

Wheaties Empty Boxes From 1998 & 1999 Yankees World Series Champions.

Mel Ott Starting Lineup Cooperstown Collection 1996 Series

All Sports Memorabilia

Close to 100 College Team Gaiters/Face CoveringsFrom Arizona to Wisconsin. We probably have your college. Go to the listing to see!
Sports Illustrated MagazinesClassics from 1978 thru 1989 still in stock.
Collectible Carded & Bagged Classic IssuesSHOP- >> Our Reproduction, Miniature Vintage WHEATEN COLLECTIBLE BOTTLES! HERE is a sampling of the Approximately3 and1/4" inch tall Bottles!

#1 Jenny Lind - Ruby Red

#2 Jenny Lind - Amber Yellow #3 Liberty Bell - Ruby Red

#4 Whiskey House - Amber Yellow

#11 Washington - Amber Yellow

#12 In Silver We Trust - Ruby Red

#13 In Silver We Trust - Amber Yellow

#14 Thomas Jefferson - Amber Yellow

#15 Old Doc's Cure Corn - Ruby Red

#16 Church Brand INK - Amber Yellow

FOR OUR JEWELRY LOVERSUNDERSTANDING JEWELRY PRICES

Just to explain the differences between the prices in our jewelry pictures and the new prices.

These items are vintage and were originally priced when GOLD was $300.00 an ounce.

Over the last three years or so it has stayed between $1,650.00 per ounce and as oof TODAY, IT IS AN INCREDIBLE $5,300.00 per ounce! That is ABOUT 17 times the price of GOLD back then. An amazing

opportunity to cash in on the change in price! Keep watching, the volatility, isn't over yet!

SHOP- >> Jewelry Store Items

Vintage Fine Jewelry, 14K Gold, as well as some, Hypo-allergenic 24K Gold plated earrings.

Fine Gifts for Special Occasions

25-year Wedding Anniversary Plates

50-year Wedding Anniversary Plates

Baby gifts (spoons brushes cups etc.)

Toasting glasses (and more).

SHOP- >> Apparel items

Apparel (Snow hats, Beanies, Kids Action Hats,) Angry Bird Hats, Cold Weather Gear, Hats with Pom Poms & Gloves. SHOP- >> Books: Many more coming soon!

For Children: "I Know", Books- "Opposites"

Our Extensive Book Collection is always in Flux - check frequently.

"COFFEE TABLE BOOKS" for YOUR LIVING ROOM TABLE SHOP- >> Stuffed Animals

GANZ -"Tie Dye Frog", Beverly Hills Teddy Bear Co -Winter White Snow Man", World Market- "Sand Turtle, Small Purple Bear by Superior Toy & Novelty Co,

Vintage 1989 "SANTAS CLUB" BEAR, The Lollipop Dragon by California Stuffed Toys, Sherman by Stuffins, Vintage Garfield.

SHOP- >> Holiday Décor

Bear "Standing on Drum" by Beverly Hills Bear Co,

From St. Nicholas Square, WINE BOTTLE COVERS.

1. "A pair of covers "Snowman & Christmas Tree" Sweaters, 2. A Lighted Christmas Tree Bottle Cover,

3. Cheers "Cheerleader Outfit" Bottle cover.

SHOP- >> GANZ Christmas Tree Ornaments

GANZ - Collectible Ornaments with names

(see listing for names availability). We also have blanks (Boy & Girl) for you to write the names on yourself, with great instructions to help you).

SHOP- >> Hippie Days Vintage Pens and Lucite Rings

Vintage Pens: "Love", "Have a Nice Day", "Smiley Face", "The Devil Made Me Do It! And More.

Lucite Rings: 1. Red Sphere on Orange Disc

2. Hemispheres on Square Cube

Please (check for sizes that are left in listing)

SHOP- >> Statues and Figurines (under construction)

SHOP- >> (16-19 inch) Doll accessories.

A huge collection of (16-19 inch) Doll accessories

Overcoats (Green, Gray, Red)

Slippers, Shoes, Umbrellas, Instruments - Flute Cello,

Cheerleader - Pom Poms (red or blue). Red Satin Jacket,

Skater Dresses - pink, Purple), Foods, Hamburger with lettuce, tomato, Ice cream sandwich,

Lunch Bags with choice of fruits, Bagel & Cream Cheese,

Fruits singles or 3 packs, Apples, Bananas, Pears,

Bread, Desserts on plates, Inline Skates, skating outfit, Sandals, - (White) and (White w/flower) Lace-up boots, Red Rain Boots, Majorette boots (Red or White),

Sweatsuit/Jogging suit Blue. Child's Carry Bag for AG size Dolls & Accessories.

SHOP- >> Collection of DVDs and a few Blue-rays

We have "Brand New", and also a "Lightly used" category.

A sampling: of "Titles in our "Brand New" category.

1. "The Devil Wears Prada". 2."Superman Returns"

3. "Ghost" 4. "Coming to America", 5."Titanic".

We have an interesting collection of DVDs, "Brand New", and also a "lightly used" category.

(ALSO COMING SOON AN EXPANDED TECHNOLOGY AREA)

SHOP- >> Many Vintage Technology Magazines

Including - BYTE MAGAZINE, "KILOBAUD",

"80 MICROCOMPUTING" and "APPLE INCIDER"

ALL OF WHICH HAVE HAD ONLY ONE OWNER!

ME!

Something for EVERYONE here! Visit our store to see our full line-up of great and rare items, SOME So Rare (COMING SOON) From (WW II) That They Can Only Be Seen in Museums and are (hard to find anywhere else).

SO COME BACK FREQUENTLY!