During the 18th century in the French court of Louis XIV, bow brooches were used as “ribbon language” to communicate one’s availability for matrimony. Typically they were delicately shaped metal and diamond bow brooches called Sévignés, named after the Marquise de Sévigné whose famous French writings spoke of ladies with strategically placed bow brooches and necklaces. A bow worn over the heart indicated the woman was taken and had found true love, a bow dangling around the neck indicated that she was in between loves, and a bow over the décolletage was an invitation for new love suitors.
Designer: Unknown Period: Mid-20th Century Year: 1920s-40s Material: Platinum, Old European Cut Diamonds and Emeralds Condition: Very Good Made in France
Antique Art Deco Platinum and 5.30 carats of Old European Cut Diamonds and 1.20 Carats of Emeralds Bow Motif drop earrings / 1.5" length and 16.4 grams / Made in France
