Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Japanese Maple Tree Brooch

This exquisite Art Deco-period brooch showcases the elegant image of a Japanese Maple tree, adorned with mesmerizing blue and pink sapphires. At its heart, a transitional cut diamond totaling 1.65 carats glimmers. Accented with 90 transitional cut white diamonds totaling approximately 4.25 carats, this brooch embodies Art Deco elegance. Set in platinum with an ornate milgrain border.

The Japanese influence on the Art Deco aesthetic emerged during the early 20th century, following the opening of Japan to the West in the mid-19th century. This period, known as Japonisme, saw Western artists and designers captivated by Japanese art and design, which emphasized minimalist lines, bold geometric patterns and natural motifs such as this Japanese Maple tree, reflecting a fusion of Eastern style and Western modernism.

Circa 1925

1 3/8” long x 1 3/8” high