Vintage Brazil Rio de Janeiro Christ the Redeemer Blue Morpho Butterfly Wing Art Deco Heart Hand-Painted Brooch

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What a Brazilian beauty! This is a gorgeous, blue morpho butterfly wing brooch with hand-painted, Cristo Redentor, Christ the Redeemer statue. Christ the Redeemer is known throughout the world as the iconic and majestic statue of architectural design built on the summit of Mount Corcovado in Rio de Janeiro. It has been called one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and with good reason. It is the largest art deco statue in the world and is one of Brazil’s most recognizable landmarks, visible almost anywhere in Rio.




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This circa 1940’s heart-shaped brooch has a reverse-painted, iridescent tropical scene with vibrant and shimmering, azure blue Morpho butterfly wings. The iconic statue is hand-painted directly on the reverse side of the heart-shaped, domed glass casing. Delicately sandwiched between the glass dome and the silver-tone backing are the subtle, but luminous, butterfly wings. Written on the lower right side of this wonderful brooch is the beautiful name of Rio. This iridescent blue brooch has a very rich, undisturbed, natural patina and will be a stunner on every outfit!




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  • Hallmark: ALFANO MADE - BRASIL
  • Metal: Silver-tone metal
  • Finish: Rich, natural patina on back (may require a light cleaning, if desired)
  • Condition: Wonderful vintage
  • Weight: 8.3 g
  • Clasp: Hook clasp
  • Measurements: Approx. 1 1/4” L x 1 1/4" W
  • Gift box and wrapping may vary.



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