Symbolism, The Three Graces
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Seen mostly in Neoclassical miniatures and pieces of the latter 18th century, the Three Graces aren’t typical of many memorial or sentimental pieces of jewellery, though they are found more often in cameo form still in production today.
The Three Graces, or Charities, are often depicted as three women, often young, seen dancing or generally frolicking. Their symbols are also rose, myrtle and dice, or they are seen holding vases, corn, musical instruments or fruit.
The abundance of symbolism here relates to fertility, beauty, creativity and nature. Much like last week with Faith, Hope and Charity, there’s the theme of the trinity with the Three Graces, where there has been the allusion to having a Judeo-Christian relationship, but unless the scene is overtly stated, the classical interpretation is ubiquitous and understood.
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