The dove is the primary symbol of the Holy Spirit because the Holy Spirit was present as a dove at the baptism of Christ (Matt. 3:16). This lovely avian represents many differnet things throughout history. It has its presence in Christian art, Medieval art, Russian and Greek Orthodox icons, as well as associations with the seven gifts of the Spirit, peace, the Annunciation, the Trinity, life, and death. The scripture verse chosen for this handbag comes from Matthew 3:16-17 "And when Jesus had been baptized, just as he came up from the water, suddenly the heavens were opened to him and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased."" This said, I am pleased to present to you "The Dove." Alva William Steffler, Symbols of the Christian Faith (Grand Rapids, Mich.: Eerdmans, 2002), 40.
The colors on this handbag represent different shades of water, reflecting on the baptism of Christ. The fabrics consist of tweed, quilted poly blend, linen, suiting, cotton blends.
One of the things I like best about this bag is that the profile looks glorious! How pretty is the flower on the shoulder strap. It adds a lovely feminine touch to your neckline.
The flower is made up of tweed, chenille, velvet, corduroy, denim, satin ribbon, and a fabulous 1930's button replica.
As always, Scarlet Clover bags are just as pretty on the inside, as they are out. The pockets are made in my signature "cascade" of fabrics style. Pockets on both sides have a slot for your writing pens and nail files (or perhaps lip liners), and the larger pocket is big enough for sunglasses, Blackberry's, checkbooks, and phones. The Half Moon bag also has my signature side compartments so to keep things very organized. Enjoy!
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