Brooch - 18 kt. Yellow gold

Rare Vintage Gold 750 Brooch: "The Song of the Nightingale" (Art Deco Style / 1940s)
A Masterpiece of High Goldsmithing with History. I present to you a piece of vintage haute jewelry, a unique and refined brooch, infused with family history and exceptional goldsmith craftsmanship. Coming from a significant inheritance, this jewel was a cherished family possession, and is believed to date to the first half of the 20th century, probably between the 1930s and 1950s, with influences recalling the Art Deco style and the ensuing elegance of the postwar era.
The subject is a true ode to music and nature, a fascinating sculptural composition: the brooch captures a lyrical moment—a nightingale (symbol of freedom, inspiration, and melodic song) is depicted in a natural setting, surrounded by stylized branches and budding flowers with stones that could be sapphires. The most distinctive element is the integration of a musical stave on which the nightingale seems to be “tapping” and a violin clef (or G clef) that enhances its artistic vocation. The setting is made in Red Gold 750 (18 carats), as evidenced by the hallmark visible on the back. Red Gold gives the brooch a warm, enveloping, unmistakable tone typical of the era. A skilled use of a contrasting metal—likely White Gold, Platinum, or Silver—appears to highlight crucial details such as the musical clef and a portion of the nightingale. This two-tone touch adds depth and brilliance. The focal point at the center of the floral composition, in the position of the prominent flower, highlights a hard stone of striking effect identified with instrument A careful visual examination suggests the gem is a Sapphire or Topaz (providing a focal point of intense blue/blue-green color, which presupposes a sapphire or carnelian).
This piece celebrates the excellence of Italian craftsmanship and, given its provenance, is thought to come from some Neapolitan goldsmith. The complexity and fineness of the details suggest entirely hand-made work by highly skilled artisans, probably from the renowned Neapolitan goldsmith tradition, whose skill is historic and celebrated internationally. I must specify that I am selling the object as is, not appraising the stones, but only the quantity of gold and the item itself.
Specifications and Conditions: Material Red Gold 750 (18 karats) with White/Platinum details (to be confirmed) Stones Supposed Sapphire (or Carnelian, depending on the unconfirmed data) Era Estimated First half of the 20th century (1930s/1950s) Dimensions about 6 cm x 5 cm Total Weight About 9.4 grams. Hallmark Present and visible. Condition Excellent, considering its age, with charming signs of time that attest to its authenticity and history. Complete with its box, container, which I believe is not period-correct. The brooch is not only an elegant accessory but a genuine investment in history and jewelry art.
A professional cleaning is advised to further enhance its luster. The packaging will be prepared with the utmost care. Shipping will be carried out via a well-known reliable express courier, with trackable and insured service for the full value of the jewel, ensuring maximum safety and peace of mind for your precious purchase.