SOLD Antique 14K, Ruby, Seed Pearl & Enamel Terrier Dog Brooch TLJ persian The painted scene is done

The painted scene is done in the style of grisaille

it sports a Trombone clasp

and gives our briny guy just the right sort of eerie

became quite popular under Queen Victoria’s reign

SOLD Antique 14K, Ruby, Seed Pearl & Enamel Terrier Dog Brooch TLJ persian The painted scene is doneTerriers were originally bred as hunting dogs, to hunt small pest animals such as rats, or to assist in the traditional fox hunt. Over the years, they became renowned as companion dogs, especially the smaller terrier breeds, such as the wire fox terrier, made famous by Asta, the companion of 1930s detective movie characters Nick and Nora Charles. This little depiction of a terrier is crafted from 14k gold, and entirely studded in seed pearls, with