Antique Grand Tour Pendant Earrings, ca 1860
Our Notes
Largely due to Napoleon and his conquests in Italy in 1796, cameos came into fashion in Europe at the turn of the 19th century. Napoleon was fond of jewelry and especially fond of jewelry as a political statement. As such, upon his Italian victories, he opened a gem carving school in Paris, bolstering the popularity of cameos, something that will remain throughout the century.
These earrings center on Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and vegetation; she is recognized by her personal attributes as well as the blossom that dangles above her head. A 19th century interest in Classical history and archaeology drove the urge to wear jewelry that honored the past and demonstrated intelligence. True to the Revival styles seen in goldwork, these shell cameos are framed by gold with an applied swag decoration. Elongated, and elegant, these earrings are so fun to wear.
Circa 1860
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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