Antique Victorian 14k Gold & Silver Enamel Garnet & Coral Blackamoor Bust Statue

Description

For your consideration, this unique Victorian 14k gold & silver blackamoor bust statue.
The bust is crafted from solid 14k yellow gold and features an enameled Nubian blackamoor prince in regal dress attire.
The front of the headdress features a gold moon and star with
a garnet mounted in a raised bezel setting
. The turban is topped with
a round orange coral
cabochon and the base is surrounded by
white enamel with black dots.
The face is covered in black enamel with exposed gold facial features, and a single earring hangs from a gold wire with a tiny dangling accent pearl. (missing opposite earring) The statue is heavy and the base is made of solid silver. I believe this piece to be custom made by a skilled jeweler.
Bust is unmarked but tested 14k, base is unmarked but tested as solid silver and has a total weight of 33.5 Grams. Statue measures 2 1/8"H x 1"W at widest point. Metal content was tested with a Niton DXL spectral XRF precious metal analyzer.
Presented in very good overall condition, missing one earring, shows normal wear for age.(See photos) Don't miss your chance to own such a beautiful one of a kind piece. Thanks for viewing, please check out our other auctions.
Total Weight: Approximately 33.5 Grams
Statue Size: 1" At Widest Point, Total Height: 2 5/8"
Unmarked Tested 14K, Solid Silver Base
Victorian Era Bust