Bridal Globe And Its Blue Silk And Brass Trim Late 19th Century, Early 20th Century

"Bridal" or "wedding" globe in glass and its blackened wooden support resting on 4 small ball feet.
Upholstered in blue silk and gilded brass flowers, worked brass frame decorated with a bird and leaves.
At the bottom a beveled mirror. Note the silk is damaged in places, especially at the pins.
Period late 19th, early 20th century.
Dimensions of the globe: H 41 x W 29.5 x D 17 cm, of the upholstery: H 36 x W 22 cm

Bridal globes
Traditional French decorative object from the late 19th to the early 20th century, offered by the mother or godmother of the bride, it symbolized the solidity and happiness in the couple. They were thus used to display wedding souvenirs, in particular the bride's bouquet and crown of orange blossoms, generally in wax but also any personal effects (photos, pins, souvenirs, ...)
Did you know? Mirrors also have their meaning! The number of rectangular mirrors represented the number of years of engagement. Today we can find another use for this pretty globe made with finesse, such as hanging jewelry. Let your imagination run wild!

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