Ivy and a Tender Mind...

Romantic Gold Brooch with Pearls & Diamonds, England c. 1900


€ 980.00 *
Content 1 piece
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Romantic Gold Brooch with Pearls & Diamonds, England c. 1900
Romantic Gold Brooch with Pearls & Diamonds, England c. 1900
Description
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This delicate turn-of-the-century brooch features an ivy leaf, artfully crafted from gold and set with shimmering pearls. A finely cut old-cut diamond sits in the center of the composition, lending the inside of the leaf a subtle shine. The soft surface of the pearls contrasts gracefully with the clear sparkle of the diamond. For people at the turn of the century, ivy was far more than just a decorative plant motif. In the language of flowers - an integral part of bourgeois education at the time - it stood for loyalty and constancy. Its evergreen nature, its unshakeable clinging to walls and facades made it a symbol of lasting commitment - especially in marriage and matters of friendship. Goethe already recognized the power of this symbol when he wrote: "Ivy and a tender mind / attach themselves and green and blossom." This brooch can also be understood as a poetic symbol of loyalty and affection - delicate in its expression but deeply rooted in its meaning. We discovered this charming piece of jewelry in the south of England - and it carries its history into the present with quiet elegance.
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Romantic Gold Brooch with Pearls & Diamonds, England c. 1900
Ivy and a Tender Mind...
€ 980.00 *
Content 1 piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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