Product Overview
Vivienne Westwood Skeleton Earrings gold
Dame Vivienne Westwood 1982 / 2026
Brass/Gold-plating/Enamel
[L 9cm x W 3cm]
First seen in the Autumn-Winter 1982–1983 Pirate collection, the skeleton motif has since become synonymous with the Westwood punk aesthetic. The Skeleton Earrings are re-imagined in gold-tone plating and adopt a fully articulated skeleton silhouette with movable joints, complete with a hand-painted enamel orb.
- Features gold-tone plating
- Skeleton charm
- Hook closure
- Drop silhouette
- Dangling orb motif
Note: Please note that we do not accept returns on earrings
Vivienne Westwood Archive: 1996 version Skeleton earring by Vivienne Westwood, worn by David Bowie during performance at Brit Awards to promote Earthling. h: 8.4cm (Note: Earring charm drop )
The 1996 version of the Skeleton Earring worn by David Bowie in the music video for 'Hallo Spaceboy', 1996, and also at the 1996 Brit Awards.
Skull-skeleton symbolism: Skull-skeleton symbols represent a range of meanings, including mortality, transformation, individuality, rebellion, strength, courage and the cycle of life and death.
Mortality and Life's Transience:
A prominent meaning of skull-skeleton jewellery is its reminder of the inevitability of death and the importance of living life to the fullest in the present moment.
Strength, Courage, and Power:
Skulls are also associated with bravery, fearlessness, overcoming challenges, and the concept of personal power, with some cultures viewing them as symbols of warrior spirits.
Protection and Remembrance:
In certain contexts, skull-skeleton symbols are seen as a protective talisman against evil spirits or negative energies, and in cultures like Mexico's Day of the Dead, it honours and remembers loved ones.
