Charming ‘emblems d’amour’ circular diamond pendant c.1890.
The openwork design features the attributes of Cupid, a quiver of arrows and a flaming torch (the torch of Hymen) studded with old-cut and rose-cut diamonds and set in silver. Most stones are foiled and closed back with a number open-set.
1 inch diameter.
Gold pendant bale.
These attributes symbolize the volatile nature of love.
The quiver and arrows represent the sudden, "strike" of love, often described as a ‘coup de foudre’ , the lightning strike or love at first sight. The torch represents the burning passion of love.
He uses the torch to enflame victims, a tool associated with his role as a mischievous agent of desire.
Emblems d’Amour Pendant
£2,400.00Price

