Antique Branch Coral Tiara bracelets quatrefoils

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Japanese imagery became popular in the decorative arts and this silver brooch is splendid example

The Art of Mexican Enamelwork by Penny Morrill

Marsh's attention to detail was superb

Antique Branch Coral Tiara bracelets quatrefoilsHere's a tiara fit for a mermaid, or a bride of course. Antique coral tiaras are quite rare. There is a marvelous example in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum by Phillips Brothers, and this one is a little less elaborate, but no less beautiful. I've included a picture of the example in the V & A. This one has similar construction to the one in the V & A, with a gilt metal frame and the coral attached to the ends of wires. The frame is