Les Fleurs du Mal – cuff with victorian beadwork, antique velvet flowers and secret poison compartment- made to order by owllamode
165.00 USD
"My love, don't you see? I could have killed you a thousand times, were only I able to live without you!"
So Cleopatra is to have said, assuaging Marc Antony's fear of her plans to poison him…
And really I think this cuff, with its secret "poison" compartment (really a small antique brass pillbox within which any manner of treasures could be hidden), would make the most romantic gift to a lady of mystery…
This listing is for a one of a kind cuff that will be very similar but not identical to the decadently gorgeous, intricate cuff pictured. The secret compartment and the essential design will be the same but yours will have its own unique array of antique silks, victorian mourning beads and other lovely details. amongst which the compartment will nestle, lined inside with velvet from a victorian gown. It is the perfect accessory for the lady of intrigue- ready to hide whatever a lady may find needs hiding…
Adornments may include silk from an edwardian wedding gown, victorian net lace, vintage gold lace, czech black velvet flowers from the 1940's, antique faceted buttons, victorian beadwork and beadwork I have done myself with deadstock victorian mourning beads- Please do click on the photos and use the zoom function to see the lovely details of the original!
If you like I can assemble elements for you to choose from for your unique piece. This cuff fits can fit all wrist sizes – the two ends do not meet in the back but are held together by tying the two trailing vintage ribbons into bows.
The original cuff measures 5 1/2 inches across without the ribbons, and 20 inches including them, and is 3 1/2 inches wide. The inside is lined with rich vintage black velvet. The compartment is made of a vintage brass pill box, hinged and of excellent quality that is 1 1/2 inches in diameter and 1/2 an inch deep.
***Please allow 3-4 weeks for me to create your unique cuff. If you need it sooner please inquire with relevant dates before ordering.***
Thanks for looking!
