This extraordinary pendant is a true heirloom piece, rich with both artistry and history. Acquired in Tianjin, China in 1885 by Charlotte Waterhouse, it reflects her impeccable taste and appreciation for fine jewelry of the era.
The pendant features a circular deep russet-red jade disc, suspended with a cluster of cabochon-set gemstones: cool green jade, golden yellow jade, soft gray jade, and two darker stones in deep garnet-red and black, each framed in delicate gold-tone prongs. The arrangement is elegant, balanced, and unmistakably late 19th century in style.
Beyond its beauty, this piece carries personal significance. It was worn daily by the owner’s mother, becoming a cherished symbol of family continuity and refined taste. Its presence is as much about history and sentiment as it is about craftsmanship.
Details:
Origin: Tianjin, China (purchased in 1885)
Stones: Jade and mixed cabochons (green, yellow, gray, russet-red, black)
Metal: Gold-tone prong settings (unmarked)
Condition: Excellent antique condition with gentle signs of age appropriate to its 140-year history
Provenance: From the collection of Charlotte Waterhouse
This extraordinary pendant is a true heirloom piece, rich with both artistry and history. Acquired in Tianjin, China in 1885 by Charlotte Waterhouse, it reflects her impeccable taste and appreciation for fine jewelry of the era.
The pendant features a circular deep russet-red jade disc, suspended with a cluster of cabochon-set gemstones: cool green jade, golden yellow jade, soft gray jade, and two darker stones in deep garnet-red and black, each framed in delicate gold-tone prongs. The arrangement is elegant, balanced, and unmistakably late 19th century in style.
Beyond its beauty, this piece carries personal significance. It was worn daily by the owner’s mother, becoming a cherished symbol of family continuity and refined taste. Its presence is as much about history and sentiment as it is about craftsmanship.
Details:
Origin: Tianjin, China (purchased in 1885)
Stones: Jade and mixed cabochons (green, yellow, gray, russet-red, black)
Metal: Gold-tone prong settings (unmarked)
Condition: Excellent antique condition with gentle signs of age appropriate to its 140-year history
Provenance: From the collection of Charlotte Waterhouse
