Antique Portuguese Gold Over Silver Filigree Bow Brooch jade bracelet In the Language of Flowers

In the Language of Flowers

in the act of drinking and throwing the shadow of its head upon the water

studded with diamonds

This tradition continued for centuries

Marks: Crests of the Vaughan Family

Antique Portuguese Gold Over Silver Filigree Bow Brooch jade bracelet In the Language of FlowersWhether simple or elaborate, bow motifs have been a popular and desirable look all through the history of jewelry. For centuries famous makers and jewelry houses have featured bows in nearly all of their pieces, with stylistic elements that reflect the times and social settings of each era. During the 18th century in the French court of Louis XIV, bow brooches were used as ribbon language to communicate ones availability for matrimony. Typically they