Art Nouveau Articulated Millipede Brooch

This strange little creature is unlike anything we've ever seen. He was sold to us as a snake, but we think he more closely resembles a stylized millipede. Given the fondness of arthropods in the Art Nouveau period, the inspiration behind this piece is anyone's guess. Whether it's a millipede or a snake, it's still one amazing brooch! Beautifully crafted, this unique brooch features a fluid, articulated millipede with foil back paste eyes coiled around a simple rolled gold bar. The millipede is soldered to the bar in a couple of spots to maintain its shape, however, the rest of the piece does have some slinky movement when touched. Brooch has a riveted hinge and a C clasp and looks lovely worn vertically or horizontally. Additional Details Date: Early 1900s Materials: Rolled gold, foil back paste rhinestones Measurements: 2 5/8" x 3/4" Markings: None Condition: Very Good Faint surface wear and patina consistent with age and use. There is excess glue residue around the eyes th