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Art Nouveau Purple Pansy Enamel Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art nouveau purple pansy enamel brooch At the center is one round-cut diamond, the petals are made
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Late 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Purple Pansy Enamel Brooch
Art Nouveau Purple Pansy Enamel Brooch
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W 1.03 in L 1.15 in
Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Amethyst Art Nouveau Brooch Fig by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
contemporary jewelry with a slight Art Nouveau attitude. The Fig collection is designed by oil painter Polya
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Brooches

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Quartz, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Fairy Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in Philadelphia, PA
iridescent enamel - ombrè green, blue, and purple No loss - excellent for age Set with old single cut
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Whiteside & Blank Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fairy Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of ombré green, yellow, purple, pink, and blue color. Bezel set with old European cut diamonds
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 1905 Edwardian Enameled Purple Flower Brooch 14Kt Gold with Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1901-1910. This beautiful pin brooch has
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau No Heat Ceylon Purple Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Antique Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a pear-cut sapphire weighing approximately 2.05 carats - transparent medium violet in color Natural Ceylon in origin with no indications of heat treatment - prong set With...
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Gold Art Nouveau Fig Pendant Necklace by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
spots'. This pendant is a contemporary piece of jewelry with an art nouveau attitude. The Fig
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, Crystal, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A.J. Hedges Art Nouveau Pearl Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pansy Antique Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a pansy flower with delicately painted matte enamel petals. Opaque purple
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 1905 Edwardian Enameled Purple Pansy Brooch in 14kt Gold with Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, between the 1901 and1910. This beautiful pin
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Cocktail Fig Earrings with Amethysts
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
traditional calligraphy principle of 'lines and spots.' The earrings reflect the art nouveau plant motifs and
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Stud Earrings

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Amethyst, Quartz, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gold, 18k G...

14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Style Fig Pendant Necklace with Rose Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Art Nouveau Style Fig Pendant Necklace is made of 14 karat yellow gold with a rose quartz. The
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Quartz, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Gold Cross
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Nouveau Gold Cross handcrafted in 14k gold from the early 20th Century. Square cut
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

Art Nouveau Gold Cross
Art Nouveau Gold Cross
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W 1.5 in L 2.5 in
Art Nouveau Enamel Floral Iris Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
This is a pair of 18ct rose gold, chain link cufflinks from the Art Nouveau period. The cufflinks
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Cufflinks

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Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Eighteen Karat Gold Art Nouveau Fig Pendant Necklace by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
'lines and spots'. This pendant is a contemporary piece of jewelry with an art nouveau attitude. The Fig
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Chalcedony, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Art Nouveau Boulder Opal Pearl & Sapphire Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Art Nouveau era was a short-lived period of design which produced the most naturalistic and
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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Amethyst Ring with Enamel & Diamonds
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art Nouveau Amethyst Ring with Enamel & Diamonds Art Nouveau jewelry is instantly recognizable by
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Paste & Seed Pearl Naturalistic Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This exquisite Art Nouveau necklace features an openwork design with intricately crafted, purple
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 1905 Purple Enamel Pansy Flower Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
United States during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1900. This beautiful
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14K Art Nouveau Rhodolite Garnet Sculptural Bird Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This charming Art Nouveau bird ring centers on a glowing 1.55 carat pinkish-purple rhodolite garnet
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

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Garnet, Rhodolite, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Cocktail Fig Earrings Designed by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
traditional calligraphy principle of "lines and spots". The earrings reflect art nouveau plant motifs and look
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

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Rock Crystal, Quartz, Crystal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Ye...

David Andersen 1910 Art Nouveau Enameled Guilloche Snuff Box In .925 Sterling
By David Andersen
Located in Miami, FL
pill-box, created in Norway during the late Edwardian and art nouveau period at the workshop of David
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Vintage 1910s Norwegian Art Nouveau Boxes and Cases

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Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

1890 Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Krementz Iris with Pearl Broach
Located in Lexington, KY
- 14k Yellow Gold - Krementz Iris - Seed Pearl - 1890 Art Nouveau This is a stunning Krementz
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Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Amethyst Festoon Necklace Sterling Silver Antique Rare
Located in New York, NY
the purple amethysts is absolutely magnificent. The art nouveau scrolling acanthus leaf design is of
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau 1906-1908 Theodor Fahrner Silver Lapis Enamel Pearl Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
made out of oval lapis lazuli cabochons and pearls and silver leaves covered with purple enamel. the
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Brooches

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Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Enamel

Masriera Purple Whisper Butterfly Brooch
By Masriera
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Masriera 18kt yellow gold purple whisper pendant brooch with “plique-à-jour,” 68
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Brooches

Masriera Purple Whisper Butterfly Brooch
Masriera Purple Whisper Butterfly Brooch
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W 2.25 in L 2.13 in
Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Opal Dragon Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Opal Dragon Ring. This beautiful ring is
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

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Opal, Yellow Gold

Schumann Son's Riker Bros Art Nouveau Montana Sapphire Pad Lotus Bangle Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a gold bangle with repoussé lily pads and lotus flowers winding throughout. Featuring five cushion shaped stations each centering bezel set round cut Montana sapphires ap...
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Bangles

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yell...

Enamel Iris Flower Locket Necklace Antique Art Nouveau Sterling Silver AML
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS AND RARE ART NOUVEAU LOCKET NECKLACE WITH A STUNNING ENAMEL PURPLE IRIS FLOWER
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Art Nouveau Egyptian Revival Amber and Carved Opal Scarab Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
Art Nouveau (ca1900s) era! This absolutely gorgeous and unique piece is crafted in 14kt yellow gold
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amber, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau 14k Gold Amethyst Pearl & Enamel Dangle Lavalier Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Antique, Art Nouveau. Slightly damage on enamel & small chip on amethyst. Original finish & patina
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Edwardian 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Orchid Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Gold & Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back between the 1900-1910. This
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

LB vintage Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Bow Brooch Venetian glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux Vintage Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Bow brooch , one of a kind, handmade necklace
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Marcasite, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Antique 14k Gold Art Nouveau Brassler Co. Amethyst Pearl Dangle Lavalier Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
measuring 16 or 18 inches in length. This lovely lavaliere epitomizes te fine gold work from the Art Nouveau
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau style necklace with diamonds, peridots and tourmalines, circa 1900s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A unique necklace in the Art Nouveau style with a sophisticated form, characteristic of this era
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, 9k Gold, Silver

15k Gold Art Nouveau Plique-à-jour Diamond and Pearl Necklace
By Mappin Brothers
Located in Venice, CA
A classic Art Nouveau design, this 15k rose gold necklace features stunning plique-à-jour, Rose Cut
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold

Murrle Bennett & Co Art Nouveau Amethyst Pearl Yellow Gold Heart Necklace
By Murrle Bennett & Co.
Located in London, GB
A Murrle Bennett & Co Art Nouveau amethyst and pearl yellow gold heart necklace. A finely crafted
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Amethyst, Peridot, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Authentic Art Nouveau Amethyst Necklace C. 1910 Scrolling Vines Natural Motif
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
With sinuous, scrolling, flowing vines, this authentic antique Art Nouveau amethyst necklace is a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace, Amethyst and Pearl, 9 Karat Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
The Art Nouveau era really opened up the world to some beautiful delicate jewels, like this
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Amethyst and Pearl Pendant, 9k Gold, Quatrefoil Floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, Art Nouveau era Amethyst and seed pearl pendant. The pendant has an unusual
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Enamel Orchid Flower Pendant Necklace Or Brooch Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ANTIQUE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU LAVALIERE PENDANT OR BROOCH IN THE FORM OF AN ORCHID
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Siberian Amethyst Natural Pearl Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Necklace 14k Gold Amethyst Sawtooth Pearl Enamel Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed Art Nouveau drop necklace (circa 1900s to 1910s) crafted in 14 karat
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Sterling Silver and Enamel Jewellery Casket, Floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
An exceptionally fine antique sterling silver and enamel jewellery casket. Beautifully shaped
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Boxes and Cases

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Pansy Flower Pendant Enamel Pearl Charm 18 Karat Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
A VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU ENAMEL AND 18 KARAT GOLD LAVALIERE PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A PANSY FLOWER
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Siberian Amethyst Pearl Necklace Clover Flower Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910 Art Nouveau 10 Carat Mystic Topaz 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique 1910 Art Nouveau Purple Topaz Cocktail Ring - 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Mystic Topaz Features
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

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Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A.J Hedges & Co. 1900 Art Nouveau Enamel Pansy Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau Pansy flower pendant brooch designed by A.J. Hedge & Co. A colorful pendant-brooch
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 1905 Enamel Pansy Flower Necklace In 14Kt Gold With Pink Quartz
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau necklace with enamel pansy flower. Colorful necklace with a Pansy flower motif
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Crane & Theurer 1900 Art Nouveau Enamel Flower Pendant 14Kt Diamond And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1900's. This outstanding
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, ...

Edwardian 1913 Art Nouveau Enamelled Guilloche Purse In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
purple enamel and a finger double chain of four inches attached to a ring. Engraved with a beautiful A
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Boxes and Cases

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Art Nouveau 0.20 Carat White Diamond Rock Crystal Pearl Yellow Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Earrings are available also with Green Flowers made of Agate or Purple Flowers made of Amethyst. All our
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Rock Cr...

Vintage Style Purple Spinal Dainty Ring
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Vintage Style Purple Spinal Dainty Ring, Vintage Dainty Round Spinal Ring Rosegold , Engagement
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2010s Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

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Spinel, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Emerald Green Agate Yellow Gold Flowers Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
also Freshwater Pearls and Agate. These Earrings are available also with Purple Amethyst Flowers or
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

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Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond...

Art Nouveau 1900 Enamel Orchid Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Diamond And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau enameled orchid flower brooch. A beautiful three-dimensional antique piece created in
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k...

Art Nouveau Style White Rose Cut Diamond Rock Crystal Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
/4 This Ring is available also with different Flowers (Green, Red, Blue, Purple and some other
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Rock Crystal Pearl Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
are available also with Green Flowers made of Agate or Purple Flowers made of Amethyst. All our
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Rock Cr...

Art Nouveau Style 0.40 Carat White Diamond Agate Pearl Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
available also with White Flowers made of Rock Crystal or Purple Flowers made of Amethyst. We're a
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

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Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, ...

Antique Vase Emile Galle Floral Theme Leaf Ornament Imperial Purple Cameo Glass
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique vase Émile Gallé, circa 1905, Nancy, France vase height - 2.87 in / 73 mm vase width - 2.48 in / 63 mm vase weight - 178 grams
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Enamel Frames and Objects

Adjustable Geometric Purple Amethyst & Diamond Ring
By Kasturjewels
Located in London, W1U 2JG
border. It is adjustable so can fit a range of finger sizes. 4.86 carat of purple amethyst and 0.44
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond

GIA Certified .12 Carat Diamond Amethyst Pearl Art Nouveau Butterfly Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
1910 Art Nouveau butterfly brooch. 18k yellow gold with silver tops set with 12 rose cut diamonds
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Early 20th Century Brooches

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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Art Nouveau Jewelry Purple For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate art nouveau jewelry purple for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 14k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 385 vintage editions and 101 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an art nouveau jewelry purple may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic art nouveau jewelry purple over the years, but those made by Intini Jewels, Luigi Ferrara and Polya Medvedeva Jewellery are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An art nouveau jewelry purple can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 127 amethyst versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an art nouveau jewelry purple for sale for women should be easy, but there are 159 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Art Nouveau Jewelry Purple?

The price for an art nouveau jewelry purple starts at $1 and tops out at $200,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,800.

A Close Look at art-nouveau Jewelry

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.

Questions About Art Nouveau Jewelry Purple
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Art Nouveau jewelry generally featured three main themes: flora, fauna and women. The Art Nouveau movement lasted 15 years and it reached its pinnacle in the year 1900. 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. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Art Nouveau jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.