Napoleon III Period (1852 - 1870) French...

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Lot number	54
Estimate	6,000.00 - 8,000.00 USD
Auction	Oct Ancient Art & Paintings & Collectibles
Date	October 19, 2026 at 3:45 PM EDT
Auction house	Yakon Auctions
Location	Germantown, Maryland

Aristocrat - Commissioned Madame de Pompadour Cameo 18K Gold Brooch - Pendant. 5.9*3cm Wt: 18.7g Entirely hand - crafted in 18K gold, the centre features a colour - contrasted agate cameo finely carved with the bust of Madame de Pompadour. Two - tone - gold three - dimensional foliate - drapery motifs encircle the cameo, accented by pearl settings. Noble and artistic in conception, the jewel fully conveys the regal romance of the French court. Both the clasp and pin assembly are fitted with small mechanical detachable fittings. Complete antique French eagle - head hallmark and maker's stamp are present. Madame de Pompadour, also known as the Marquise de Pompadour, was the close companion of King Louis?XV, wielding immense influence at court through her beauty and intellect. She shaped not only Louis?XV's governance but also exerted a profound impact upon French art. Together with her brother, she planned Place Louis?XV (today's Place de la Concorde), and extended patronage to numerous artisans as well as most writers of the Encyclopediste circle. In her era, many writers, poets and painters gathered around her for artistic discourse. A direct patron and driving force behind Rococo art, she is honoured as "the Mother of Rococo". ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS. Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions. The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description. Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value. All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, records, photographs, posters, entertainment collectibles, and

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