The Large Cross Bone Brooch is a handcrafted sterling silver brooch made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Curios Collection, where natural history, memento mori symbolism and careful craftsmanship meet.
The brooch is formed from bird femur shapes arranged into a cross, creating a bold symbol of memory, mortality and reflection. Cast in sterling silver, the bone forms become a sculptural wearable object with a refined, slightly gothic presence.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each brooch is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The bird femur forms were originally moulded, then wax versions were arranged into the cross shape before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 3 cm x 2 cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more brooches.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Large Cross Bone Brooch made from real bone?
A: The finished brooch is made from sterling silver, not bone. The design began with real bird femur forms, which were carefully moulded so their natural structure and surface detail could be preserved. Wax forms were then created from those moulds and arranged into the cross shape before being cast in sterling silver.
Q2: What does the cross bone design symbolise?
A: The cross bone form connects to memento mori traditions, which reflect on memory, mortality and the fleeting nature of life. In this brooch, the bird femur shapes are transformed into a quiet symbol of remembrance and natural beauty.
Q3: How can I wear the Large Cross Bone Brooch?
A: The brooch can be worn on jackets, coats, scarves, hats or heavier fabrics where the pin can sit securely. Its sculptural form makes it suitable as both wearable jewellery and a small collectible object.
The Large Cross Bone Brooch is a handcrafted sterling silver brooch made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Curios Collection, where natural history, memento mori symbolism and careful craftsmanship meet.
The brooch is formed from bird femur shapes arranged into a cross, creating a bold symbol of memory, mortality and reflection. Cast in sterling silver, the bone forms become a sculptural wearable object with a refined, slightly gothic presence.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each brooch is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The bird femur forms were originally moulded, then wax versions were arranged into the cross shape before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 3 cm x 2 cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more brooches.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Large Cross Bone Brooch made from real bone?
A: The finished brooch is made from sterling silver, not bone. The design began with real bird femur forms, which were carefully moulded so their natural structure and surface detail could be preserved. Wax forms were then created from those moulds and arranged into the cross shape before being cast in sterling silver.
Q2: What does the cross bone design symbolise?
A: The cross bone form connects to memento mori traditions, which reflect on memory, mortality and the fleeting nature of life. In this brooch, the bird femur shapes are transformed into a quiet symbol of remembrance and natural beauty.
Q3: How can I wear the Large Cross Bone Brooch?
A: The brooch can be worn on jackets, coats, scarves, hats or heavier fabrics where the pin can sit securely. Its sculptural form makes it suitable as both wearable jewellery and a small collectible object.
