Japonaise Aesthetic - Victorian Bird Motif Bangle freshwater_pearls these rare repoussé work earrings

these rare repoussé work earrings are hollow and light

With thanks to George Frederick Kunz from his book

the center slightly larger with two companions resting east and west

this creature will be always in motion and running free

for this exceptional Georgian enamel ring holds a hidden compartment

Japonaise Aesthetic - Victorian Bird Motif Bangle freshwater_pearls these rare repoussé work earringsThis late 19th century sterling silver bangle represents a quintessential expression of the decorative style known as Japonisme. England and Europe took the delicate and serene motifs from Japan and applied them to the art of jewelry. Nature and in particular birds, water and landscapes, insects and small animals served as inspiration. In this bracelet, a single panel employs a top and bottom band along with a circular raised area and incised design