A gold, moonstone, and enamel brooch by Liberty and Co to a design by Archibald Knox.
Model 1186E, stamped 'L & Co' and '9ct',
The oval cabochon enclosed by stylised curling leaves, three of which are enamelled in blue green, 3cm long.
For a similar example, see page 265, Archibald Knox by Stephen A. Martin, Art Media Press.
Photograph and description courtesy of Bonhams.
ARCHIBALD KNOX (1864-1933)
Liberty & Co Art Nouveau Brooch
H 2.00 cm (0.79 in) | W 3.00 cm (1.18 in)
Origin United Kingdom, c. 1900
Marks 'Cymric' & '9ct'
Literature:
- Liberty Jewellery sketch-book, p.1
Model number 1186E
Stephen A. Martin, Archibald Knox, London 2001, p.265.
Photograph and description courtesy of Tadema Gallery.