No. 1959 Lover's Eye Earrings
A Lover's Eye original oil paintings on vintage round gold tone metal clip earrings; .8"x.8".
THE HISTORY: Lover's Eyes were a jewelry trend c.1785-1830 of brooches set with tiny watercolor portraits on ivory. Since they were cropped to eyes, they were in many ways more direct and intimate than traditional miniature portraits; but also because they were just eyes, they were often used as daring public testimonies of clandestine love affairs with mystery lovers.
THE SETTINGS: This piece is part of the collection of antique and vintage settings which complement this historical jewelry tradition and each in a different way contribute a unique sense of character and old world charm.
THE FRAMES: See the shop menu for optional frames options! Either displayed on the wall or set on a shelf, these frames give their jewelry pieces greater significance as miniature works of art and allow for easy access for everyday use. The complementary images on these frames add yet another layer of historical resonance. Taken from early maps, gravures, wallpapers, and domino papers, they are printed with a state-of-the-art giclee printer and are made with archival inks, heavy paper, specialty glue, double-thick wood bases, velvet backs, hooks for hanging the jewelry inside, and hardware for hanging the frame on the back.
No. 1959 Lover's Eye Earrings
Sale price$355.00
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No. 1959 Lover's Eye Earrings
Sale price$355.00