Erte "Venus L'Amour" 14K Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver and Mother of Pearl Brooch-Necklace W/Diamond and Topaz Accents *Artist Proof* (Comes W/Box) - This exquisite piece was designed by the father of Art Deco himself, Romain de Tirtoff (Erte). The necklace is from Erte's extremely limited edition jewelry collection made in collaboration with the Circle Fine Art Gallery, which he created beginning in 1979 and called "Art to Wear". This "Venus L'Amour" necklace is even more rare as it is an artist's proof marked "AP 3". The necklace is crafted in solid sterling silver and 14k yellow gold and features a beautiful carved mother of pearl cameo. The woman wears a crown and necklaces in solid 14k yellow gold and is accented by a marquise cut blue topaz and single cut diamond accents. The pendant also features a frosted glass background panel and hanging drops, and can be removed from the chain and worn as a brooch. The three hanging drops are also a separate portion that can be removed from the pendant or brooch, showing fantastic attention to detail. The piece is signed "Erte" along with "CFA", "STER & 14K" and "AP 3", and will come with the Circle Gallery/Erte box. Measurements: pendant-4"L x 2"W, chain-18"L. Condition: The piece is in overall excellent estate condition with very light signs of gentle wear. (WEIGHT: 82.1 grams)