Broche c. 1824 - 1838

"Broche" is a delicate gold brooch created by Guillaume Louis Ploem, a French goldsmith who was active between 1824 and 1838. The piece features a circular design with a central, textured, gold orb surrounded by a ring of smaller orbs with intricate, woven wirework. This brooch, measuring only 1.9 cm in height and 2.2 cm in width, is an exquisite example of the meticulous craftsmanship and delicate beauty of 19th-century French jewelry. The brooch's intricate details and delicate design demonstrate the artist's mastery of the craft, making it a captivating example of French goldsmithing.