Introducing our The Dance of Death silver-plated pendant necklace, created in collaboration with the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford. Inspired by the macabre imagery of Francis Douce’s extraordinary collection, this sculptural pendant brings together two enduring symbols of mortality and knowledge: a finely detailed skull resting atop a stack of miniature books. With its antique-inspired form and richly textured detailing, the pendant echoes the strange and fascinating world of the Danse Macabre, while the books offer a fitting nod to Douce himself — an avid collector of literature, manuscripts, prints and curiosities. Suspended from a delicate silver-plated chain, the piece has a quietly gothic character that feels distinctive without being overly ornate. Perfect for lovers of dark academia, art history and the wonderfully unusual, this necklace pairs beautifully with our matching The Dance of Death book handbag. Wear it as a subtle memento mori, and as a celebration of the enduring relationship between books, art and the macabre. Dimensions: Chain: 40.5cm with 5cm extender Pendant: height: 2.5cm | width: 1.13cm
Silver-plated brass
Introducing our The Dance of Death silver-plated pendant necklace, created in collaboration with the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford. Inspired by the macabre imagery of Francis Douce’s extraordinary collection, this sculptural pendant brings together two enduring symbols of mortality and knowledge: a finely detailed skull resting atop a stack of miniature books. With its antique-inspired form and richly textured detailing, the pendant echoes the strange and fascinating world of the Danse Macabre, while the books offer a fitting nod to Douce himself — an avid collector of literature, manuscripts, prints and curiosities. Suspended from a delicate silver-plated chain, the piece has a quietly gothic character that feels distinctive without being overly ornate. Perfect for lovers of dark academia, art history and the wonderfully unusual, this necklace pairs beautifully with our matching The Dance of Death book handbag. Wear it as a subtle memento mori, and as a celebration of the enduring relationship between books, art and the macabre. Dimensions: Chain: 40.5cm with 5cm extender Pendant: height: 2.5cm | width: 1.13cm
Silver-plated brass
