Micro-mosaic necklace

An exceptionally fine gold mounted micro-mosaic panel necklace, Italian c.1810

The panels attributed to Antonio Aguatti - for a similar necklace also attributed to Aguatti see “The Gilbert Collection of Micro-Mosaics” by Jeanette Hanisee Gabriel, plate 21

For another similar, as part of a suite, see The Cooper Hewitt Museum: https://collection.cooperhewitt.org/objects/18635963/

16 1/2” long

Excellent condition, no damage or repairs. It is rare to find micro-mosaic necklaces of this date with all the panels un-damaged and with the original chain