No. 2161 Lover's Eye Antique French Brooch
Lover's Eye brooch in an antique French Rococo setting with a pin back, measuring 1 1/2" by 1 1/4".
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 settings which complement this historical jewelry tradition and each in a different way contribute a unique sense of character and old world charm.
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No. 2161 Lover's Eye Antique French Brooch
Sale price$275.00