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Exceptionally beautiful, hand-carved, natural ebony, 18 Karat gold and red coral pendant charm created by world-renowned, Italian jeweler, Oreste Giovanni Corletto who is well known for his Venetian interpretation of African beauty. This 1960’s pendant is the sincerest form of artisan flattery of an intricate and elaborate carving of the head of a very stunningly rendered, regal, African princess, carved in rich, ebony wood, with a mod-styled updo hairstyle and wearing 18 Karat gold hoop earrings and gold “choker” necklace with a vivid, red coral.
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This style of Italian artistry and design of aesthetic African beauty is called Moretti (Blackamoor in the U.S. and the U.K.) and its origins date back to sixteenth century Italy with deep roots in the history of the Venice Republic (“La Serenissima.”) Moretti as an art has become a respected craft of the Italian jewelry tradition that has been passed from generation to generation and is still a part of today’s culture and legacy. Similar to Cameo jewelry of the Victorian era, the craftmanship and elegance in this gorgeous piece conveys the artist’s love of beauty and desire to capture that beauty in art.
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Dark, rich, ebony wood is revered as a symbol of power, purity, balance, and luck. Ebony is also believed to amplify magnetic energy and provide protection against the evil eye. Red Coral evokes passion, romance and strength and symbolizes joy, prosperity, protection and abundance.
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This beautiful, solid, jet black, ebony pendant shows very little signs of wear and aging on her ebony wood neck and her hoop earrings are not identical which are undetectable when worn. This commanding and attention-grabbing pendant will look absolutely stunning on your favorite necklace or bracelet. This gorgeous, highly collectible work of art was made in Italy!
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- Signature Hallmark: CORLETTO 18K ITALY
- Condition: Excellent vintage
- Weight: 2.3 g
- Bale: Solid pinched bale
- Measurements: Approx. 1 ” L x 5/8” W (plus additional 1/8” L for bale)
- Gift box and wrapping may vary.
Love One Another ~ Bella Morena
