Meaning of lover's eye | Babel Free

Definitions

A miniature painting, typically from the late 18th to early 19th century, depicting a single eye (usually of a loved one), often set into jewelry like rings, pendants, or lockets.

Examples

“As objects, lover’s eyes are mesmerizing—and bizarre. Part-portrait, part-jewel, they resist easy categorization. They’re also steeped in mystery: In most cases, both the subject whose eye was depicted and the artist who painted it are unknown.”

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