Art Nouveau brooch depicting lady love?

As the established craftsman Vernon was, he must have constructed the idyllic scenery of this 18K yellow gold French Art Nouveau brooch fully out of symbols. In the background, we notice cypresses, a symbol of mourning. In the foreground, we recognize a bush of edelweiss, symbolizing nobility, devotion, and deep love. The window to this view is surrounded by chrysanthemum, representing life, joy, and optimism.

Alternatively, this piece of jewellery could simply depict two women enjoying each other's company while reading a book and admiring the sensational view—a view that includes, on the left, a majestic building behind an intimate garden spot, and on the right, cypresses leading up to a mountain.

But, if we connect this bare description with the flower connotations, we suddenly find ourselves in a story of memories from a lighthearted time, of everlasting friendship, and of hope for a reunion. Whether it embodies the true symbolism of an artist or is just the imagination of a jewellery aficionado, this jewel is what it is: a vessel of emotion.

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