Tempus Brevis

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A felled mourning dove plummets to the sea. • Fine silver, sterling silver, brass, keum boo 23.5k gold • 26" solid sterling silver rolo chain with S hook clasp⁣⁣ • Pendant measures 1.25” x 2” • Large hidden slide bail on back allows for easy change of chain • Chase & repousse (limited edition cast replica of my original)• Keum-boo, etched, hand fabricated • A substantial piece that weighs about as much as a pocket watch The Latin inscription reads, "tempus est brevis" which means, "time is brief."⁣⁣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. Show more