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Spanish or Portuguese, of three part form, bow tied top connecting cruciform pendant with ribbon-like design, in original condition, back retains original double loop fitting for choker ribbon, collection of old Mine cut, rose cut, and rectangular step cut diamonds, unstamped, tests 18kt. yellow gold, 2-7/8 x 1-1/8 in., 17.3 g, with custom made leatherette case from Harvey & Gore Goldsmith, Regent St. W.
Provenance: Gift from Dr. Max Onslow-Ford to his bride, Maude Woollerton, (parents of British/American Surrealist artist Gordon Onslow-Ford (1912-2003)), on the occasion of their wedding April 9, 1912; By descent in family
Note: In the 17th century, advancements in gem cutting, especially diamonds, brought about a new jewelry style across Europe, where the gems themselves took center stage. This design, known as Lazo in Spanish and Laça in Portuguese (both referring to a bow of ribbon), was one of the most popular styles until the 18th century and remained in use with traditional costumes until the early 20th century. The pendant is originally worn on a ribbon inserted through the loops on the reverse of the jewel.
The day after Max Onslow-Ford wed Maude Woollerton, they left Southampton for their honeymoon to the West Indies, and as they departed, they witnessed the Titanic setting sail on its maiden voyage.
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Gift from Dr. Max Onslow-Ford to his bride, Maude Woollerton, (parents of British/American Surrealist artist Gordon Onslow-Ford (1912-2003)), on the occasion of their wedding April 9, 1912; By descent in family