A totem of feminine energy and the gift of life
framed by a setting whose floral engravings mirror the subject of the cameo
this 50” slide chain features an embellished heart-shaped slide with pearls
and a highly detailed band
Art Nouveau c
14k Victorian Dangle Earrings April 4th A totem of feminine energyEarrings were essential in the Grand Period but their size and style fluctuated widely throughout the era. Archaeological revival gold amphorae and drops decorated with granulation, twisted wire, and rosettes dominated earring motifs. Hoops, drops, spheres, crosses, flowers, and stars were other favored subjects for an earring design. With the Victorian penchant for whimsy, novelty jewelry sawfish, lizards, birdcages, bells, tools, and other everyday