Bleeding Dove
Bleeding Dove
Bleeding Dove
Bleeding Dove

Bleeding Dove

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A felled mourning dove with with blood on her breast.

  • Size 8⁣⁣
  • Hand painted vitreous enamel
  • Sterling silver
  • Enamel measures 1” x .5” 
  • Etched, hand fabricated

⁣⁣The French inscription reads, “Pleure Sa Morte” which translates to, “Mourns Her Death.” 

The motif of flightless and felled birds has recurred in my memento mori work throughout 2020; these sad symbols represent a heaviness of spirit and a call for empathy in our current times.

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~ HOLIDAY SHOPPERS: Due to the pandemic and high holiday demand, shipping times are slower than normal. I ship via UPS with tracking and will do everything in my power to get your package to you on time for Christmas. After you place your order, I will email a giftable, printable card showing the piece you purchased along with my logo; you can print and wrap the card if your item doesn't arrive in time. I will send the printable card to the email address you provide during checkout. ~