Antique Asprey Revival 6-Piece Parure, ca 1880
Our Notes
The 19th century was a time for increased interest in ancient history due to a plethora of archaeological discoveries. A fashionable and well-educated person would have been versed in Classical history, as well as the works of contemporary authors and philosophers whose work centered on these ancient civilizations.
On the surface, this parure looks like it was laboriously made for someone who loved wine or owned a vineyard, which may have been the case, but once you place it in its socio-historic timeframe, there is more to this suite than meets the eye. Wearing this Revival suite, or parts of it, would have demonstrated that you understood Dionysiac history, and the ancient cults that praised Dionysis (aka Bacchus) for his love of wine, nature, and ecstasy. So, grapes became a favorite subject, and one worthy of being fabricated by the highly esteemed jewelry house Asprey in gold and pearls.
England, ca 1880
Measurements, Materials & Care
Care
As our jewelry is worn, patinas will evolve, further personalizing them to each collector. Due to the nature of foiled jewelry, care should be taken in order to keep Larkspur & Hawk jewelry from becoming harmed. A few tips:
- Remove jewelry when applying lotions, soaps and perfume
- Remove jewelry before immersing hands in cleaning solvents or liquids
- Please note that oxidation may eventually wear off of rings, then return naturally
Shipping & Returns
Larkspur & Hawk offers shoppers to receive and live with their new pieces. If for any reason you are less than thrilled with a purchase, it may be returned for a full refund, unless marked as final sale. To qualify, merchandise must be postmarked within 14 days of the customer’s receipt and be in the items’ original and unused condition. All returns must include the original receipt. Larkspur & Hawk is not responsible for items lost during shipping.
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