Reverse Painted Essex Crystal Intaglio Flying Duck Bird Mizpah Brooch or Pin Vintage c1950
COC8565
£70.00
A charming vintage brooch from circa 1950, featuring exquisite reverse painting beneath Essex crystal. The intaglio design depicts a graceful flying duck in fine detail, captured beneath the crystal dome. Marked "Mizpah" to the rear—a meaningful motif symbolising spiritual connection.
The brooch showcases a gilt metal frame with secure clasp and pin mechanism, ensuring reliable wear. The craftsmanship is evident in the precise detailing of the bird and the quality of the reverse painting technique, a hallmark of Essex crystal jewellery from this era.
A delightful piece for vintage brooch collectors or anyone drawn to mid-century decorative accessories with character and symbolism.
Size 3.8 x 3.0 cm or 1.5 x 1.2 inches.
Weight 11.3 grams.