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Riviera

seraglia — Sun, 15 May 2011 11:33:27 +0000

Shoulder dusting earrings with 1980's sun face clips, vintage 30's amber art glass beads and modern aurora borealis hoops.

Baltica

seraglia — Sat, 14 May 2011 13:18:31 +0000

A vintage silver pendant hook has been used to create a new statement necklace, with vintage amber, swarovski crystal and a baroque cut aquamarine suspended from modern box chain.

Marilyn Monroe

seraglia — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 15:16:04 +0000

Though known for her dumb blonde roles, Marilyn was a clever, complex actress with great talent, a wonderful singing voice and a reputation for emotional scenes off camera.

Though know for her extravagant made to fit stage drsses, in her private life she had much simpler tastes, and loved the outdoors.

"Sex is a part of nature. I go along with nature."

A vintage Judy Lee brooch set with jonquil and amber navettes and rounds is given greater expression with added filigree pendant leaves and hearts, Swarovski and Czech beads, and a hammered brass heart pendant.

Victoria's Glen

seraglia — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 19:08:21 +0000

A Victorian hand-engraved thistle set brooch with amber faceted cabochon form the perfect setting for an antique Venetian gold foiled bead and three charmingly aged coins - all featuing the young Queen Victoria. Scotland was very dear to Victoria's heart, and she spent much time there, commissioning many artists to capture the scenery in watercolour.

Marquise D'or Necklace

seraglia — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:36:18 +0000

In November 2009 seraglia participated in the exclusive shopping and pampering event TART, at London's most fabulous small hotel 40 WiNKS. During this event we created this fabulous necklace which was snapped up by a guest on the day.

This fabulous vintage eighties rhinestone encrusted collar has been embellished with:

-Reclaimed gold plated chain tassel

- Vintage aurora borealis crystal beads and crystal rondelle

- Contemporary filigree

Please vist www.40winks.org or contact reservations@40winks.org for tickets and information.

Butterfly Moon necklace

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:05:19 +0000

A stunning and sensuous treasure made form

* Faceted vintage and Swarovski beads and crystals
* Fire polished and textured Japanese Delica beads
* Givre accent bead from US occupied Japan
* Carnelian, chalcedony,aquamarine, new jade, mother of pearl and rock crystal beads
* Vintage glass beads from Czechoslovakia
* Vintage coral and amber beads
* Dichroic fused glass accent bead
* Encased pendant with etched and oxidised brass over butterfly wing and hand painting on 10,000 year old mammoth ivory, with inset deco silk textile to the reverse.

Tiger heart

seraglia — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 18:47:02 +0000

Water jet cut vulcanite pendant with drops of Swarovski crystal, vintage glass givre, orange vaseline and crackle lucite beads on a reclaimed gold plated chain

Belle Chat Collar

seraglia — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 18:34:18 +0000

Victorian rolled gold etched bracelet opened out to create a collar set with pendants of vintage rondelles, rose quartz , metal bead and finished with contemporary Indian dancing bells. We suggest that you thread a ribbon through the two large jump rings, and tie a pretty bow to cascade down. May also be worn as a headband.

Kim Novak brooch

seraglia — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 18:32:24 +0000

Charming textured vintage brooch with citrine, Swarovski and vintage drops and a luscious carved new jade leaf.

Medici brooch

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:27:46 +0000

A cascade of textures and colours in this Renaissance inspired brooch

* Vintage givre amethyst glass bead from Japan
* Vintage gold plated chain
* Vintage glass pearls
* Czech vintage aurora coated cut glass amber beads
* Swarovski rondelles
* Amethyst faceted cushion bead
* Exquisite vintage amethyst baguette and emerald cut rhinestone set brooch fitting with beaded accents

Matching clip earrings available to order

Emerald Isle brooch

seraglia — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:04:41 +0000

The colours of the earth, the rocks and the sea in a spellbinding and timeless combination

* Vintage 'Miracle' celtic style brooch
* Faceted aventurine beads
* Vintage baroque and faceted Czech glass beads
* Vintage rhinestone rondelles
* Large glass faceted 'jade' bead
* 1970's sterling silver chain tassel

Matching earrings on request

Opium Girl Necklace

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 15:13:27 +0000

Loose yourself in this intoxicating mix:

* Swarovski bead
* Japanese satin seed beads
* Fire polished beads from Czechoslovakia
* Fine European filigree castings with wired beads applied
* Encased pendant with etched and oxidised brass over handpainting on 10,000 year old mammoth ivory, with inset deco metal textile over handpainting to the reverse.

In the centrepiece, each bead is hand-wired onto the filigree setting to create a sparkling three dimensional frame for the beautiful painting.

Berber Blessing

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 14:15:02 +0000

The Tuareg of Southern Morocco create amulets for protection, good fortune and love. These are given as gifts on occasions such as weddings.

The antique silver box pendant in this necklace contains such a blessing, this one for all three. It's incised front is pure silver, the back is white metal. This was purchased in Zagora.

* Vintage gold coated glass beads
* Vintage Czech barrel beads from Zagora
* Vintage amber and coral beads
* Vintage Czech fire polished beads from Marrakech
* Polished round carnelian beads
* Vintage phenolic beads

Cinnabar Charm brooch

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 14:12:55 +0000

This antique Chinese carved cinnabar brooch has been enhanced with:

* Vintage mother of pearl beads
* Vintage and contemporary Czech fire polished beads
* Indian wire wrapped bead
* Contemporary oxidised filigree chain
* Faceted carnelian bead
* Vintage moonglow lucite bead
* Vintage rhinestone set accent bead

Cinnabar is a vivid coloured mineral reputed to give the wearer long life.

Moroccan Moon

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 14:07:58 +0000

A stunning mix of antique and modern, with beads from along the old Silk Route, and a massive accent bead from near it's end.

The large milk glass bead is a 'moon bead' much prized in Morocco as it is said to offer luck and protection. I had to haggle hard for it. Both the pearls and the owl are associated with wisdom in many cultures.

* Vintage mother of pearl beads
* Antique Czech moon accent bead from Zagora
* Edwardian paste set buckle fitting
* Vintage Czech fire polished beads from Marrakech
* Indian fire polished beads

Coventry necklace

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 13:43:56 +0000

A charming mix of honey and amber tones with a little of a stained glass window and touch of the Renaissance.

* Japanese seed beads
* Fire polished beads from Czechoslovakia and India
* Vintage 1950's Sarah Coventry brooch mounted on filigree back
* Vintage tortoiseshell glass shaped and textured beads
* Vintage jonquil hand cut aurora borealis crystal beads

The Sarah Coventry brooch used as a centerpiece is featured in the book "Collectible Costume Jewellery"

Matching earrings available on request

Constantinople Earrings

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 13:38:39 +0000

The Ottoman empire took inspiration from all the great designs of Europe and mixed them with their own traditions.

We sure that even the Emperor himself would have been pleased to see these, especially adorning his Queen.

* Swarovski crystal beads
* Japanese matte and fire polished beads
* Vintage Czech glass 'amber' beads
* Vintage Czech glass star shaped spangles
* Fine European filigree fittings

Borgia brooch

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 13:37:41 +0000

Inspired by the rich decorative and decadent designs of the Italian Renaissance. Patronage by grand families such as the Borgias led to the new designs using materials that were previously the preserve of royalty or bishops. Influences and gems came from all over the new trading routes.

This piece uses:

* Vintage 'peking glass' floral centre
* Czech faceted fire polished beads
* Rose quartz and moonstone gemstone beads
* Filigree bead tassels accents
* Rough tumbled Baltic amber beads

Queen of Quartz necklace

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 13:36:25 +0000

Many precious and semi precious stones are reputed to have healing powers. Many of our pieces contain such stones, and we are always delighted to accept commissions with a specific purpose.

Captured hearts brooch

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 12:43:47 +0000

1940's design was greatly influenced by the oriental and the exotic.

Peace warrior necklace

seraglia — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 12:42:27 +0000

Humanity's inability to resolve it's differences peacefully has moved seraglia to create this rare and spectacular necklace.

Of especial concern is the continued and projected use of nuclear weapons, whether as missile warheads or as depleted uranium in conventional weaponry.

It is hoped that this necklace will help spread the message, and also raise funds for the continuing work of CND.

"All warfare is based on deception"
Sun-Tzu Chinese general & military strategist (~400 BC)

This necklace has been crafted from:

* Fire opal faceted Swarovski beads and crystals

Baltic princess parure

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 12:37:01 +0000

Seraglia has searched all over the world to find the right elements to create this unique masterpiece:

* vintage glass 'tortoiseshell' beads
* Indian baroque amber beads
* vintage faceted amber and black fire polished beads
* 1950's vintage "Warner" accent piece from the USA
* Fine European filigree castings

The accent piece has been hand-wired onto the filigree setting to create a sparkling three dimensional focal point.

The chain and pendants are made of wired links, and give the piece a wonderful fluidity and movement.

Honey parure

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 12:27:43 +0000

Seraglia has searched all over the world to find the right elements to create this unique series of pieces:

* Swarovski beads
* Faceted seed beads from India,