Georgian "Cupid Escaping By Sea" Brooch lucky charms but it also sought to

but it also sought to break away from the old forms through self organised exhibitions

The shoulders feature intricate black enamelled foliate motifs

the inner workings on display through a clear compartment

to symbolise the union of two hearts

Georgian "Cupid Escaping By Sea" Brooch lucky charms but it also sought toDATE: Georgian, c. 1830 A remarkable Georgian brooch depicting "Eros Escaping by Sea by using his bow to propel a boat made from his quiver with an arrow as the mast and his blindfold as the sail". The subject is inspired by an early 16th century engraving by Italian artist Marco Dente, currently in the collection of the Met Museum, New York. I'd say the title more or less sums up what's going on. This brooch dates from the late Georgian period, circa