Antique Art Nouveau Gargoyle Ring 18k Gold - Ruby Eyes & Diamond Mouth - Circa
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
Discover a rare piece of French history with this extraordinary Art Nouveau gargoyle ring (circa 1910). Handcrafted in solid 18k yellow gold, the ring features a masterfully sculpted...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Gargoyle Grotesque Buckle Belle Epoque God Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
The very unusual and dramatic buckle dates to the Victorian - Art Nouveau - Belle Epoque period, circa 1850-1890.
Silver, Sterling Silver
French Art Nouveau Gold Gargoyle Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful French Art Nouveau Gold Gargoyle or Dragon-Fish Pendant in 18k gold circa 1900.
Gold, 18k Gold
$1,650 / set
Art Nouveau/Modern Andirons , Gargoyles , Bronze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A great looking pair of Gargoyles cast in Bronze and with a greenish patina made from the Antique . The gargoyle's have a bearded man's face and with wings . Hi quality casting with...
Bronze
Art Nouveau Pearl Plique-A-Jour Enamel 14 Karat Gold Gargoyle Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Highly rendered to depict a fearsome gargoyle face with a towering headdress Glossed with translucent cream to white pliquè-a-jour enamel Clutching a round 3.0 mm button pearl; cre...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau 0.30 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Gargoyle Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Depicting a deeply carved face with bushed eyebrows, large ears, and large eyes with concave pupils Grimacing smile set with an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.30 ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Spectacular antique wall decoration fish gargoyle, patinated copper, 1900 France
Located in Wien, AT
Stunning huge wall decoration - a fish in the reeds, made of pure copper that has been patinated - an original from the Art Nouveau period, made around 1900 in France.
Copper
ART NOUVEAU pin shape of a gargoyle head with old mine cut diamond 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
ART NOUVEAU 18k yellow gold pin in the shape of a gargoyle head set with an old mine cut diamond totaling 0.05ct - G/H - SI detailed description: dimensions of the brooch head 1.4 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Novueau Gargoyle Stickpin of 14k Gold, Circa 1890
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Dramatic and rare, this Art Nouveau stickpin (circa 1890) depicts a finely detailed gargoyle rendered in 14k gold, its fierce expression brought to life with two sparkling diamond ey...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Gargoyle Stickpin, 14k Gold & Pearl, Circa 1910
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Art Nouveau Gargoyle Stickpin in 14k Gold with Pearl, by Blank & Co.
Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Art Nouveau Gargoyle Pendant Moonstone Diamond Charm Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Art Nouveau Gargoyle pendant/charm (circa 1900s to 1910s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carter Gough Art Nouveau Garnet 14 Karat Gold Gargoyle Stickpin
By Carter Gough & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stickpin designed as the profile of a winged gargoyle resting head in hands With textured wings, hair, and stylized features Accented by round cabochon garnet eye Stamped 14k for...
Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Diamond Gold Gargoyle Cufflinks
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18k yellow gold cufflinks, classic style with a 3/4 inch “disc” depicting a gargoyle with a diamond and connected by a chain to the equally-decorated back. Subtle, yet very detailed ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Baroque Pearl 14 Karat Gold Gargoyle Brooch Watch Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as an incredibly rendered gargoyle, matte gold With a curled tail, feline face, dynamically formed wings Clawing a 3.5 mm semi-round baroque pearl with white col...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Demantoid Garnet Ruby 14 Karat Gold Gargoyle Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is highly rendered as a gargoyle with horns and scrolling whiplash Accented by round cut demantoid garnet eyes - bright lime green in color And a round cut ruby clutched ...
Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Austrian Art Nouveau Repoussé Gargoyle Mirror
Located in Englewood, NJ
An Austrian Art Nouveau silvered and gilt repoussé mirror decorated with gargoyles and serpents, inlaid abalone, and red cabachon jeweled frame with its original beveled mirror.
Abalone
Art Nouveau Sapphire Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gargoyle Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.84 carat Transparent vibrant medium blue - set with talon prongs With a highly rendered surround of two gargoyle heads Back ...
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau 2.37 CTW Sapphire Cabochon Diamond 14K Gold Antique Gargoyle Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized gargoyle with garish features, spread wings, and pointed claws Clutching a domed sapphire cabochon weighing approximately 2.35 carat total Transparent medium-l...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 27.56 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
French Wood Lamp Three Birds Chimeras Gothic Art Nouveau St Pendant Lustre C1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Ceiling pendant light, France, circa 1920 Lustre made in oak representing three chimera birds, in the Art Nouveau style, imitating the gargoyles of the middle ages.
Chestnut
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H 14.5 in W 11 in D 5 in
Pair of Signed 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze French Ormolu Chenets, Andirons
Located in Pasadena, CA
The ultimate Art Nouveau Gargoyle style motif. This amazing pair of French ormolu gargoyle like andirons have extra ordinary detail with great curves.
Bronze, Ormolu
Victorian Gold Griffin Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Gold Griffin Pendant with diamond accent in mouth. The chain is a pinkish ornate link in 10k gold matched to this late 19th Century griffin brooch in 14K. The ornat...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
Charming Victorian Silver Cherub Brooch, H. Moller
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Silver Cherub Brooch by H. Moller, Norway circa 1890. Charming motif with intricate hand detailing in 830 grade silver. This was designed as a brooch but also has a fitting...
Silver
Gorham Art Nouveau Sterling Buckle, 1902
By Gorham
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gorham Art Nouveau sterling buckle, 1902. Marks for Gorham Sterling and B1949 copyrighted with 1902 (year). Beautiful open floral nouveau whiplash design against stippled background....
Sterling Silver
$126Sale Price|35% Off
H 3 in Dm 3 in
Vintage Art Nouveau Silver Plated Brass Female Portrait Belt Buckle
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This exquisite Alphonse Mucha-inspired buckle features a captivating Art Nouveau design, showcasing a finely detailed portrait of a serene lady framed by a flowing, nature-inspired m...
Silver, Brass
Antique Halo Ring Ruby solid 18K Gold ØUS 4.25 /2.55gr
Located in SE
Old Halo Ring from ca. late 19th early 20th cent. with Red Ruby 5 mm x 4 mm/ ca. 0.45ct and 10 old diamond cut Ø 1.5 mm / 0.015 ct each = Rock Crystal / White Quartz, White Spine...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Gold Gargoyle Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian Gold Gargoyle Pendant in 14k gold. Beautiful detailing with tiny ruby eyes. 1870's USA. 18" chain in 14k gold, pendant .5 high.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Unusual Art Nouveau Kerr Sterling Griffin Buckle
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Unusual Art Nouveau Kerr Sterling Griffin Buckle from the late 19th Century. High relief design of 2 dueling griffin like creatures coming together at center. Sterling mark...
$1,250 / set
H 25 in W 13 in D 7 in
Pair of Late 19th Century French Baroque Bronze Chenets / Andirons
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of late 19th century French Baroque bronze chenets / andirons Beautifully decorated with dolphin and putti. A fleur-de-lys sits on top of the obelisks. These are in very g...
Bronze
$495 / set
H 13.5 in W 8.5 in D 13 in
Antique French Empire Style Bronze Corinthian Column Fireplace Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire Style Bronze Corinthian Column Fireplace Andirons - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 13.5" H x 8.5" W x 13" D.
Bronze
Second Etruscan Revival Figural Ram Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Ruby Eyes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This striking figural ring is sort of a modified ouroboros -- the ancient round symbol of a snake eating its own tail -- only here the snake has the head of a ram. This whimsical ma...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18K Gold, Ruby and Diamond Double Snake Ring
Located in New York, NY
This late Victorian 18K gold double snake ring, set with a diamond and a ruby, was created in England in 1892. It is designed as two engraved snake heads, each with an old European-c...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jugendstil Silver Brooch Pin Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Jugendstil Brooch in silver; hand hammered center, embossed floras and ovals border; marked: 800; approx. diameter size: 2”; Jugendstil - An art movement embracing life! An...
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Portrait Brooch Pin Pendant 1920s of a woman
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning early 1910-1920s Sterling silver Pin Pendant. Large in scale and makes a statement. Large bale on the back to accommodate a large chain if you like. Measuring 2.32 inches wi...
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Sterling silver Portrait Brooch Pin Pendant 1920s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Art Nouveau Brooch/ Pendant. Double duty, wear as a Pin or as a pendant with great Floral Motif on this piece. Measuring 1.50 x 1.44. This is out of a massive collection of ...
Sterling Silver
$4,451
H 2.37 in W 3.63 in
Art Nouveau Poppy Buckle Attrib. to Albert Chambin, Silver Partly Gilt, c 1904
Located in London, GB
Art Nouveau Poppy Buckle Attributed to Albert Chambin, circa 1904 llustrated in our book: Beatriz Chadour-Sampson & Sonya Newell-Smith, Tadema Gallery London Jewellery from the 1860s...
Silver
Art Nouveau Maiden Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau sterling high relief brooch of a maiden with head wrap. Whiplash ribbons of silver form the frame capped in tiny lily of the valley buds. Highly unusual subject matter. M...
Sterling Silver
Syna Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 15 carats approx. Diamonds 0.15 carats approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond 1.5" Fleur de Lis Key Pendant Necklace 16"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond 1.5" Fleur de Lis Key Pendant Necklace 16" Metal: Platinum Chain: 16" Pendant: 1.5" long Weight: 6.0 grams Diamond: round brilliant diamonds, carat to...
Diamond, Platinum
$992
Size: Size; Recommended UK 4 - 6.
1988 Vivienne Westwood Black Velvet and Jersey long sleeve corset - Bustier
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A 1988 Vivienne Westwood boned, velvet & jersey corset, with 3/4 length sleeves and zip fasten closure. Size; Recommended UK 4 - 6. Measurements are provided in inches (‘’) Pit to ...
Faberge Heritage Rose Gold Diamond & Pink Guilloche Enamel Heart Surprise Locket
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
The heritage rose gold diamond and pink guilloche enamel heart surprise locket features pink guilloche enamel and round white diamonds, set in 18 karat rose gold. In keeping with it...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Antique Moonstone Silver Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
Wonderful Edwardian moonstone necklace set in silver. It is said if your lover gives you a moonstone necklace when the moon is full you will always have a passion for each other. Mo...
Moonstone, Silver
$16,500 / set
W 1.03 in L 11.42 in
Rare Etruscan Revival 18K Gold Locket Necklace attr. Eugene Fontenay, Paris 1870
By Eugene Fontenay
Located in New York, NY
Large, stunning granulated antique French Etruscan Revival locket with the original, equally spectacular large chain. The oval locket exquisitely decorated with a technique known as...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
Antique Ring Watch 18 Karat Diamonds Circa early 1900's working watch ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Estimate from the Georgian era over 100 years old ! real 18k gold and real rose cut diamonds Natural Diamonds. Working Watch. the movement was replaced for a new and working (swiss m...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Renaissance Cameo Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
The cameo at the center of this exceptional pendant is a stunning example of the art of gem engraving during the Renaissance. It likely dates to the early 17th century and features a...
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
NWT Tom Ford for Gucci SS 2001 Black Silk Dress Gown Italian 40 - US 4
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Long Dress Gown Simply the Best and Classy!!! S/S 2001 Collection Italian size 40 - US 4 ( please check measurements). Classy black silk gown with o...
$3,939
H 4.65 in W 6.62 in D 1.74 in
Antique Empire Tiara Comb Hair Ornament Head Ornament Silver Guilt Gilt Metal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning hair comb was hand crafted in France in 1810 ca. The tiara is made out of fire gilt brass. The top of the comb is made put of polished fire gilt metal. Underneath the p...
Silver, Gilt Metal
Tiffany & Co. 14.24 Carat Demantoid Garnet Watch Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. watch pendant epitomizes the luxury of turn-of-the-century jewelry from this renowned maker. The distinctive bow design, crafted circa 1890, and the ...
Garnet, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Chanel 1995 Collier CC Turnlock Maxi Golden Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel necklace from the AH 1995 collection by Victoire de Castellane in gold-plated metal with a large chain motif closed on the front by the famous CC or Turnlock clasp from the Cl...
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Georgian Garnet Pendent / Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Georgian Garnet Flower Shape Locket 9ct Gold Circa 1820 Gold chain is sold separately. A radiant cluster of deep crimson garnets encircles a hidden secret—this antique p...
Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Ring natural 0.8ctw Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold ØUS6.25 / 2.25gr
Located in SE
Vintage Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum decorated with 19 natural Blue Sapphire stones and 2 Diamonds . Vintage ring , hand - made in Europe ca 1950s -1960s, band hallm...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
$3,798
W 0.87 in L 1.18 in
Alling & Co. 1900 Art Nouveau Enamel Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Peridot And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau brooch with gemstones designed by Alling & Co. Beautiful antique brooch, created during the art nouveau period in Newark United States by the jewelry makers Alling & Com...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau — generally considered to have begun in the late 1800s and ended with the start of World War I — was a movement in the decorative arts that drew inspiration from natural forms, such as trees, flowers and, of course, the human figure. The three main themes present in Art Nouveau jewelry and watches were flora, fauna and women.
Art Nouveau, which reached its pinnacle in the year 1900, spawned from artists who rejected the historicism of their predecessors to create an entirely new visual vocabulary. As compared to Art Deco jewelry’s geometric patterns and sharp lines, the extravagant style of antique Art Nouveau jewelry is characterized by curvilinear forms and whiplash lines, vibrant materials and dramatic imagery.
The first art and design movement of the 20th century, Art Nouveau was also a reaction against the Industrial Revolution, and took its inspiration from the theories of the Symbolists, the art of the Pre-Raphaelites, the ideas of John Ruskin and his follower William Morris and, most importantly Japanese crafts. (The country was a fertile ground for inspiration after it was opened to the West in 1854.) The Art Nouveau style touched all manners of the arts, including the most exultant jewelry.
Nature was a favorite muse for artists going back to the 18th and 19th centuries, but in the hands of 20th-century artists, it was depicted in new ways. For example, a withering flower was considered just as beautiful as one in full bloom. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also a popular subject. Dragonflies and butterflies were particular favorites because they morphed so dramatically in different life stages.
This was also a reference to women, whose role in society was evolving. It was not uncommon to see a piece of jewelry that would at once reference a woman as a winged creature (think René Lalique’s famous Dragonfly brooch, circa 1897–98, at the Gulbenkian Collection in Lisbon). However, just as women’s roles were ambiguous, so was their image, as the femmes nouvelle were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized.
In addition to Lalique, vital figures in Art Nouveau jewelry included Louis Comfort Tiffany in the United States, Vladimir Soloviev, who designed jewelry for Peter Carl Fabergé in Russia, Fuset Grau of Spain, Karl Rothmuller of Germany and Philippe Wolfers of Belgium.
Art Nouveau jewelers used every “canvas” imaginable, looking beyond brooches and necklaces to belt buckles, fans, tiaras, dog collars (a type of choker necklace), pocket watches, corsages and hair combs. Multicolored gems and enamel could complete this vision better than diamonds. Jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone — its iridescence harmonized perfectly with the enamel, and it could be carved into any shape. Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold.
Find a range of antique Art Nouveau jewelry today on 1stDibs.
Aside from his iconic commercial prints, the Czech artist endeavored to make works that spoke to the soul.
From vibrant to subtle, elegant to cheeky, enamel jewelry encompasses a wide range of colors and styles, and there are almost as many techniques for creating these distinctive pieces.
The first art and design movement of the 20th century was all about celebrating beauty of women and nature.