These handmade art earrings draw inspiration from an original 1882 broadside announcing Oscar Wilde's appearance at Harper's Theatre in Rock Island, Illinois. Each handcrafted pair features a striking tribute to this rare historical artefact, celebrating a defining image of the Aesthetic Movement and Wilde's legendary American tour. This unique design seamlessly translates nineteenth-century literary history and dark academia aesthetics into a sophisticated piece of wearable art.

These statement portrait earrings, measuring approximately 3.5cm x 3cm, are crafted from sustainable wood sourced from FSC-certified suppliers and are exceptionally lightweight, allowing you to wear them comfortably all day long. The 925 sterling silver hooks make them ideal for even the most sensitive ears. To ensure a premium finish that highlights the manual craftsmanship, the back of each earring is carefully hand-painted in black.

Each pair is meticulously designed and handcrafted by me in my artisanal workshop in Granada, Spain. My creative process is slow and entirely manual, completely removed from industrial mass production. Because each piece is individually crafted, no two pairs are exactly alike, ensuring your jewellery carries its own unique and authentic identity. While atmospheric humidity and a few drops of rain are not a problem, it is important to avoid direct contact with water to best preserve the materials. Please avoid wearing the jewellery while bathing, showering, or swimming. To preserve the lustre of the metals, avoid direct contact with cosmetics or perfumes, and store them safely after use.

Like all my jewellery, these art-based, literature-inspired earrings arrive in a handmade sustainable packaging made with FSC-certified paper, reflecting a commitment to sustainability while enhancing the product's uniqueness. Each purchase comes with an informational card illustrating the history of the 1882 American tour broadside — making it a thoughtful and creative gift perfect for writers, avid readers, or art history lovers. If you would like to ship this item directly to someone special, please include your personalised dedication in the "Notes to Seller" section at checkout, and I will happily include it inside the package.

The earrings come with silver hooks as standard, but if you prefer gold-tone hooks, please contact me and I will be happy to customise this for you.