A rare example of an 18th Century era gold poissarde earring. They are accented with heart charms and chain details. The ear wires go from back to front, typical of 18th-century earrings. Germany. Circa 1800. Side view.
A rare example of an 18th Century era gold poissarde earring. They are accented with heart charms and chain details. The ear wires go from back to front, typical of 18th-century earrings. Germany. Circa 1800. Front view.
A rare example of an 18th Century era gold poissarde earring. They are accented with heart charms and chain details. The ear wires go from back to front, typical of 18th-century earrings. Germany. Circa 1800. Side view.
A rare example of an 18th Century era gold poissarde earring. They are accented with heart charms and chain details. The ear wires go from back to front, typical of 18th-century earrings. Germany. Circa 1800. Side view.
A rare example of an 18th Century era gold poissarde earring. They are accented with heart charms and chain details. The ear wires go from back to front, typical of 18th-century earrings. Germany. Circa 1800. Front view.
A rare example of an 18th Century era gold poissarde earring. They are accented with heart charms and chain details. The ear wires go from back to front, typical of 18th-century earrings. Germany. Circa 1800. Side view.

18th Century Era Gold Poissarde Earrings

A rare example of an 18th Century era gold poissarde earring. They are accented with heart charms and chain details. The ear wires go from back to front, typical of 18th-century earrings.  Germany. Circa 1800. 

Measures 3" in drop length. 

This style was associated with the fishermen's wives of Paris, who played a significant role during the French Revolution. The design rose to popularity during a tumultuous time in France, influencing the subdued design choices of gold wire details or semi-precious gems. Examples using diamonds are more scarce and would have been made after 1804 with Napoleon’s return to opulence.  The classic Poissarde is a hoop earring differentiated by an elongated oval loop, often with an 'S' curve to balance weight and hang straight.

 

$5,200.00
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