Three circus elephant brooches, Monet. Gold tone with red and…
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Three circus elephant brooches, Monet. Gold tone with red and green enamel, each one with a white round faux pearl. Measurements 78 x 40 mm. Monet first began creating costume jewellery in the 1930s. The craftsmanship, finish and quality of Monet's jewellery was meant to achieve a sophisticated, classic and high-end look without the steep price. Today the brand remains a favourite for vintage costume jewellery collectors and is still sought after by those who love vintage designs.

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  • Faux - A French word meaning "false", but when used in decorative arts, the intention is not to deceive, but to simulate the decorative effects of the more expensive material it is imitating. The term " faux bois" meaning "false wood" refers to a furniture item that has been decorated with a marked grain (woodgrain finish)  to imitate a more expensive timber.

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