Silver, Paste and Sapphire Bow Brooch, Circa 1915
Silver, Paste and Sapphire Bow Brooch, Circa 1915
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An elegant early 20th-century silver bow brooch, dating to circa 1915 and retaining the light, romantic influence of Edwardian jewellery design. Modelled as a finely tied ribbon bow, the jewel is set with sparkling paste stones and accented with rich blue sapphire-coloured stones, creating a refined contrast between bright brilliance and deep colour.
The bow motif was among the most enduring and beloved designs in late Edwardian and early 20th-century jewellery. A symbol of love, affection, and celebration, it offered jewellers a graceful form through which to display delicate openwork, finely set stones, and movement in the ribbon-like folds. Here, the carefully arranged paste stones enliven the silver setting with a lively, diamond-like sparkle, while the sapphire accents provide an elegant focal point.
Light and feminine in appearance, yet detailed enough to reward close inspection, this brooch would have been worn at the collar, on a lapel, or as an ornament to a formal dress. Its versatile scale and timeless design allow it to be enjoyed today just as easily-whether worn as a statement of antique style or displayed within a collection of period jewellery.
A charming and wearable jewel from the years immediately following the Edwardian period, combining the delicacy of the bow motif with the glamour of sparkling paste and sapphire-blue colour.
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