@histodons The mood and material culture of the 1890s (ruling-class version) summed up in one object.

Bat brooch, ca. 1890. Pearl body and plique-à-jour enamel wings set with diamonds. Sotheby’s. More info: https://www.langantiques.com/university/aesthetic-period-1885-1901

Via @archaeologyandart (on the bird site) with an assist from @butchsplendide

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