French Peacock Feather Bookmark from The Met Museum

For many artists and artisans throughout history, the peacock feather has exemplified the awesome beauty of the natural world. Our bookmark recalls an exquisite brooch emulating this celebrated subject. Crafted about 1925-35 by an unknown French designer, the dazzling gold, sapphire, emerald, topaz, diamond, and amethyst adornment in the Museum’s holdings honors the magnificence of its source.