Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Antique FRENCH Jewelry Charm Necklace~History of MARIANNE





Marianne Coin Necklace






Marianne is a national emblem of France and an allegory of Liberty and Reason. She represents the state and values of France, differently from another French cultural symbol, the "Coq Gaulois" ("Gallic rooster") which represents France as a nation and its history, land, culture, and variety of sport disciplines in their combative forms. Marianne is displayed in many places in France and holds a place of honour in town halls and law courts.

She symbolises the "Triumph of the Republic", a bronze sculpture overlooking the Place de la Nation in Paris. Her profile stands out on the official seal of the country, is engraved on French euro coins and appears on French postage stamps; it also was featured on the former franc currency.

Marianne is one of the most prominent symbols of the French Republic. The origins of Marianne, depicted by artist Honoré Daumier, in 1848, as a mother nursing two children, Romulus and Remus, or by sculptor François Rude, during the July Monarchy, as an angry warrior voicing the Marseillaise on the Arc de Triomphe, are uncertain.

In any case, she has become a symbol in France: considered as a personification of the Republic, she was often used on republican iconography — and heavily caricatured and reviled by those against the republic. Although both are common emblems of France, neither Marianne nor the rooster enjoys official status: the flag of France, of the French constitution, is the only official emblem.

Marianne is a national emblem of France and an allegory of Liberty and Reason. She represents the state and values of France, differently from another French cultural symbol, the "Coq Gaulois" ("Gallic rooster") which represents France as a nation and its history, land, culture, and variety of sport disciplines in their combative forms. Marianne is displayed in many places in France and holds a place of honour in town halls and law courts. She symbolises the "Triumph of the Republic", a bronze sculpture overlooking the Place de la Nation in Paris. Her profile stands out on the official seal of the country, is engraved on French euro coins and appears on French postage stamps; it also was featured on the former franc currency. Marianne is one of the most prominent symbols of the French Republic. The origins of Marianne, depicted by artist Honoré Daumier, in 1848, as a mother nursing two children, Romulus and Remus, or by sculptor François Rude, during the July Monarchy, as an angry warrior voicing the Marseillaise on the Arc de Triomphe, are uncertain. In any case, she has become a symbol in France: considered as a personification of the Republic, she was often used on republican iconography — and heavily caricatured and reviled by those against the republic. Although both are common emblems of France, neither Marianne nor the rooster enjoys official status: the flag of France, as named and described in Article 2 of the French constitution, is the only official emblem.




Saturday, November 26, 2011

Antique FRENCH Jewelry~Hearts Crowns Eiffel Towers RHINESTONES!!!


Vintage Guilloche Enamel Heart Earrings




Triple Strand with Heart





Lourdes Banner and Rhinestone Cross



Eiffel Tower and Heart





Hearts and Birds





Heart Rhinestone Cross





Crown with Cross

ALL now available for immediate purchase and GIFT Giving on our site!!

Buy one for yourself, you DESERVE it!


Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Rhinestone HEART Charm EARRINGS and Freshwater PEARL BRACELET




If you are a Heart and Rhinestone Lover, or have one in your midst.....

We are pleased to offer this enchanting pair of Heart Rhinestone Earrings with your choice of Jet Black faceted Crystal or White Pearl Drops.

Black Crystal ones measure 2.25" Long
White Pearl ones measure 2.5" Long.


Just in time for that perfect GIFT....

We are pleased to offer this enchanting Genuine White Freshwater Pearl bracelet with a gorgeous Rhinestone Heart Charm. (Rhinestones are on BOTH sides, a nicely designed charm)

See:
www.FrenchAtHeart.com to purchase now!

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Champagne Christmas boutique FRENCH JEWELRY Antiques in Orange County






Champagne Christmas Boutique



Why: To Celebrate the Holidays and to find those perfect Gifts for your loved ones...or perhaps spoil yourself.....


French Artisan Jewelry, Antiques, Religious artifacts, Art, Jewel Casks, Victorian clothing, Textiles, Gifts & MORE!!!

Where: 8422 Crane Circle, Huntington Beach, Ca. 92646
When: Friday November 18th … 2:00 PM-8:00 PM

Champagne, Cookies and Sweets Served

Please RSVP: For Evening Festivities (Invite a friend, we love new guests!)

Lynn@FrenchAtHeart.com
(714) 310-0702
www.FrenchAtHeart.com

Thursday, November 10, 2011

Sterling Silver RHINESTONE CROSS Ring...Just in time for the Holidays!


A truly unique religious ring, a Sterling Silver Filigree band upon which is an elegant Rhinestone Cross.

The band is lovely in its detail and the Rhinestones have just the right amount of sparkle.

A memorable Stocking Stuffer!!!!!

Measures 7/8” Wide, Cross is 1" long.

Adjustable, one size fits most.

Click to buy it now...
www.FrenchAtHeart.com

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Quotes on Gratitude

"I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought, and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder."

-- G.K. Chesterton


"If you want to turn your life around, try thankfulness. It will change your life mightily."

-- Gerald Good


"Gratitude is a quality similar to electricity: it must be produced and discharged and used up in order to exist at all."

-- William Faulkner

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

French JEWELRY and Antiques in Los Angeles County ROSE BOWL November 13th



Freshwater Pearl Bracelets....



Religious Antiques....












Freshwater Pearl Necklaces...












We have a NEW permanent space... in the Antique Section.....Row M ...Space #9 (We are in the same row as the Woman's Restroom)

We are NO longer selling near the Entrance.
Please be certain to see me or Billye to be certain you are buying an Original FRENCHatHEART piece!

All of my pieces are now signed 'LBK", please look for my initials to guarantee you are purchasing a genuine Lynn Konrad piece.


We will be at the Rose Bowl antique Market, the second Sunday of this month.

If you need help locating us, please call (714) 310-0702.

Lynn

If you cannot make it and wish to visit me at my studio in Huntington Beach, please call to set up an appointment!

For more information and directions, please click on the link below!

http://www.rgcshows.com/RoseBowl.aspx