Big Carved Gold-Leaf Tassel with Stand (L431) 19th century and floral patterns

and floral patterns

Gem quality green Tourmaline in matrix on a Lucite base

The 18th century fragment originally came from a church in Liguria

It is hand-carved and painted with grey pigments and the sunburst and details are gilded

18th century Italian Mecca church tassel on calcite

Big Carved Gold-Leaf Tassel with Stand (L431) 19th century and floral patterns18th century Italian gold leaf tassel ornament. The tassels originally came from an Italian church and were used during feast days. Can be configured into holiday ornaments and decorations to recreate a Rococo style Christmas or sold to adorn chandeliers. Also includes a gold metal stand to hang the tassel. Size: 8. 5" (including 0. 5" metal hook)