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A large octagonal ring adorned with a Neo-Classical landscape. The scene features a classical colonnade and a gracefully waving tree, accompanied by a shield bearing the letters F and C. At first glance, one might wonder how such imagery could serve as a reminder of our inevitable demise.
Upon closer inspection, however, the symbolism becomes clear. The white background and shield are likely crafted from bone, while the flowers are made of fabric with painted leaves surrounding them. The small white beads are made of glass, contrasting with the yellow gold decorations. The shadows from the columns are made from longer blue glass rods that result in a trompe l’oeil effect where the columns appear from the white background. Columns pointing towards heaven represent the strength of life. The tree is delicately crafted from arranged finely cut pieces of hair. The image is surrounded by an engraved rose gold band, all behind a domed glass, with a rose gold setting with fine engravings and with fluted shoulders, and a concave underside.
For the 18th-century wearer, this jewel would have had profound meaning as a mourning piece. The initials F and C likely represent a deceased loved one, transforming the ring into a tangible connection to death.
In an era before photographs, such jewellery served as a palpable reminder of those who had passed away. Made in Germany around 1790, this particular piece is a testament to the enduring human desire to commemorate and remember.
weight: 6.92 grams
ring size: 16.25 mm / 5.75 US
dimensions: 18 x 30 x 3 mm
Resizing is available.
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