A large, beautiful and one-of-a-kind piece of wearable artwork by artist Emma Whitehead. Featuring a body of antique watch components, rhinestones and hematite beads, this fashionable ant is a fantastic conversation piece. Ants are a symbol of diligence and patience, often associated with the virtue of hard work and persistence. Articulated legs mean that this elegant creature can be worn in a variety of positions. 
C-clasp. 
 
This sculptural brooch was created as an homage to Sir Richard Wallace by Irish artist Emma Whitehead, who spent an Artist’s Residency with the Wallace Collection in London. Whitehead also trained with the British Horological Society, which inspired her love of antique timepieces. Her “Time Bug” series explores the historical origins of time measurement, the relationship to manufacturing, and the concepts of time – given, saved, wasted and spent—in the bodies of fantastical insects. This piece was sourced in Paris at a charity event to restore Sir Richard Wallace’s home, the exquisite Chateau de Bagatelle, and the beautiful Wallace Fountains, created to provide clean and free drinking water to city of Paris. 
 
Curated by Vivienne Birt for Chateau Love, this brooch embodies the timeless sophistication and meticulous artistry that defines our carefully selected chateau-worthy collection of luxurious antique and vintage jewelry. Add a touch of historical charm and refined beauty with this captivating adornment.
 
MATERIAL:
Mixed metals, rhinestones, hematites 
 
AGE: 
Mixed Vintage and Contemporary
 
CONDITION: 
Very good – surface wear commensurate with age and use 
 
SIZE:
10 cm x 10 cm
 
 
Please read descriptions and inspect photos carefully, paying careful attention to size and weight. Due to the age of antique and vintage jewelry, minor abrasions and wear of finishes is normal and appreciated. All items have been tested to be in working/usable condition, unless otherwise stated. Please take care to understand safe cleaning methods for each type of gem and metal. Jewelry pieces are carefully wrapped, ribboned and shipped in an elegant velvet box.