broche de cigarra en lucite diseno provenzal francia circa 1940 head hoop earrings lockets were considered fashion accessories

lockets were considered fashion accessories and intimate objects

The front features a central motif of a stylized flower framed by undulating leaves and a decorative blue cabochon at the end

with hallmarks

Stamp or punch: With a silversmith's seal on the vine leaf

broche de cigarra en lucite diseno provenzal francia circa 1940 head hoop earrings lockets were considered fashion accessoriesFrench cicada shaped brooch made of painted lucite, circa 1940. Typical design from the south of France. These pieces were popular in the Provence region during the early and mid 20th century. The cicada symbolizes summer and good luck in Provenal culture. Made of translucent Lucite with polychrome details. Period Style: Circa 1940 Origin: France Circa: 1940 Materials: Hand painted Lucite Stamps or Punches: Made in France Acid test: Performed