The necklace of divine love: a journey into the heart of myths
At a time when the gods still intervened in the destinies of mortals, a jewel was created that tells the story of an immortal love story. This antique necklace from the Biedermeier period around 1820 bears the soul of a myth - the fate of Cupid, Psyche and Aphrodite, captured in the delicate art of black painting on a mother-of-pearl disc.
The pendant, a masterpiece of craftsmanship, depicts the moment when Cupid, the god of love, is struck by his own arrows. The young Psyche, the earthly girl whose beauty puts even the goddess Aphrodite in the shade, is at the centre of the scene. Aphrodite's jealousy, Cupid's unexpected love and Psyche's inner strength merge in this depiction to form a silent homage to the power of true feelings.
The medallion is framed by an oval tombac frame set with sparkling pyrite stones. Each stone catches the light like a whispered wish once handed down by the gods. The decorative loop pendant, also richly decorated, connects the pendant to an elegant, long silver chain, whose cylinder clasp emphasises the timelessness of this piece of jewellery.
The condition of the locket tells its own story. The small signs of wear are not flaws, but traces of time - memories of the people who wore this piece of jewellery and kept the story of Cupid and Psyche in their hearts.
This necklace is more than just a piece of jewellery. It is a window into a world in which love took on divine dimensions and an invitation to feel your own connection to the eternal power of love. A relic from a time when the gods still spoke - and a reminder that they still live on in people's hearts.
Dimensions & details
- Tombac and silver chain
- Weight 13.32 g
- Medallion 4.5 x 3.2 cm
- Chain length 63 cm
