Description

These enchanting Chandelier or Girandole earrings perfectly mimic popular 18th century jewels! Opulent earrings with glass or gemstones featuring movable elements in pear shape were a favourite amongst fashionable 18th century ladies, especially in the second half of the century!

Our luscious earrings are completely flexible, have clear faceted crystals in silver tone settings and feature post backs and plastic stoppers.

A very similar pair is part of the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston!

Total length c. 6,5 cm / 2.5″

Detail from “Maria Luisa of Parma, Princesa de Asturias” by Anton Rafael Mengs, 1765