It is often when appreciating a mourning jewel that the nature of the subject gets lost. The beauty of a jewel, the artistry and the quality all define the appreciation, but the most grounding element is always in the dedication. With the dedication in this miniature, we see the personal statement of combined loss –… Continue reading ‘A Parents Loss’ Mourning Miniature
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To Bliss, A Sepia Mourning Bracelet Clasp
Pearls and hairwork are often two of the most common materials used in stringing a bracelet from the neoclassical era, much of the time these materials have been replaced since their creation, however, it is quite common to find the bracelet clasp on its own, such as this piece and the one posted recently. Let’s… Continue reading To Bliss, A Sepia Mourning Bracelet Clasp
‘Not Lost But Gone Before’ Sepia / Neoclassical Ideal
Two of the greatest art styles to affect mourning and sentimental jewellery are neoclassicism and romanticism, looking back to classical ideals, a renewal of antique art and thinking, which permeated through to architecture and even literature. This example holds the words ‘Not Lost But Gone Before’ and exemplifies this style, with its urn (hearkening back… Continue reading ‘Not Lost But Gone Before’ Sepia / Neoclassical Ideal
Neoclassical Sepia Brooch / “NYPT In The Bud”
The floral motif runs strong in this large sepia miniature. Each symbol carries into itself and it has accomplished this due to its scale and its quality. There are three dimensional elements in high relief and customised dedications upon the art itself, making the piece stand out from its peers. Measuring 2 and ¼ inches… Continue reading Neoclassical Sepia Brooch / “NYPT In The Bud”