$12,392Sale Price|34% Off
Art Nouveau Opal Gold Brooch Australian Precious Opal Unisex Arnould 1910 Brooch
By Edouard Aimé Arnould
Located in Berlin, DE
An exceptional piece - Art nouveau Opal Brooch from original catalogue of french jeweller Edouard
Crystal, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Art Nouveau Opal and Ruby Yellow Gold Brooch, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
versatile Art Nouveau opal brooch may be converted and a ring loop attached to the reverse to enable the
Opal, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Austrian Art Nouveau Opal Foliage Pearl Wide Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
Epitome of Eternal Beauty This rare and quite unique Art Nouveau bracelet is 1905 ca Bears Austrian
Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Company Art Nouveau Opal Set Stick Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and set with rose cut diamonds and a cabochon opal, this stick
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Opal Diamond Gold Byzantine Princess Diadem Tiara
Located in London, GB
Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no. 231 The diadem is
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Opal Charm Pendant in 9K Gold, Circa 1890
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A graceful Art Nouveau charm centered with a luminous opal, above flowing flourishes of 9 karat
Opal, 9k Gold
Art Nouveau Opal and Diamond Figural Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A poetic and highly expressive Art Nouveau ring (circa 1910), featuring a finely modeled figural
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Antique Art Nouveau Opal Diamond Enamel Gold Flower Stick Pin
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Five oval opals are arranged to a flower. The flower has a star shaped center set with one larger
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Opal Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring an oval shaped cabochon cabochon measuring 9.0 x 7.7 mm Semi-translucent black body with spectral play-of-color - bezel set Bezel set with old European cut diamonds at card...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Archibald Knox Art Nouveau Opal Enamel Gold Diadem Comb for Liberty & Co.
By Archibald Knox
Located in London, GB
Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no. 490 An extremely
Opal, Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Opal Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scrolling Antique Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring five graduated opal cabochons prong set east to west Oval shaped and ranging in size
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
Charles Boutet de Monvel Art Nouveau Opal Diamond Gold Bat Maiden Ring
Located in London, GB
iconic art nouveau portrayal of a Parisian goddess of the Demi-Monde. She has style roots going back to
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
$12,392Sale Price|50% Off
Opal brooch gold Australian Natural Crystal Opal Art Nouveau Paris
By Edouard Aimé Arnould
Located in Berlin, DE
An exceptional piece - Art nouveau Opal Brooch from original catalogue of french jeweller Edouard
Crystal, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 3.05Ct Opal and 14k Yellow Gold Bar Brooch Art Nouveau
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage Art Nouveau 3.05 carat opal and 14 karat yellow gold bar brooch; part
Opal, Yellow Gold
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Opal Snake Pendant Necklace Long Antique Gold 1800s Rare
Located in New York, NY
A rare antique Victorian - Art Nouveau Opal Snake Pendant depicting two snakes or serpents wrapped
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau 14k Opal & Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful opal and diamond ring from the Art Nouveau (ca1910s) era! Crafted in 14k rose gold
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Nouveau Boulder Opal Ring of 10k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
elegant, asymmetrical mounting of 10k gold, crafted in the sinuous lines of the Art Nouveau era (circa
Opal, 10k Gold
Art Nouveau Platinum Opal and Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely opal and diamond filigree ring from the Art Nouveau (ca1910) era! Crafted in platinum, the
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Art Nouveau 2.62 Carat Opal and Yellow Gold Necklace
By Murrle Bennett & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Art Nouveau 2.62 carat opal and 15 karat yellow gold necklace made by
Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,044Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Australian Opal Lavalier Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Art Nouveau Australian Opal Lavalier Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold This elegant Art Nouveau lavalier
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Art Nouveau Butterfly Opal Diamond Pendant with Chain
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Breathtaking Opal Diamond and Emerald Butterfly pendant with chain in Platinum and yellow Gold
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
$6,796Sale Price|36% Off
Boulder Opal Necklace Australian Gemstone Ivy Art Nouveau style gift
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Ivy pendant with natural Boulder Opal in patinated silver on 100% silk black cord (handmade in
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau 7 Carat Boulder Opal 14k Filigree Dinner Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A lovely Art Nouveau 7 carat boulder opal dinner ring straight from a great estate collection of
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Nouveau 1900s Opal and Ruby Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Art Nouveau 0.32 carat opal and ruby, 9 karat yellow gold necklace; part of
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
"Sunyer" Catalan Art Nouveau–Art Deco Platinum and Gold Opal & Diamond Ring
By Oriol Sunyer
Located in OVIEDO, AS
"Sunyer" Catalan Transitional Art Nouveau–Art Deco Platinum and Gold Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$11,212Sale Price|50% Off
Boulder Opal Ring Gold Statement Art Nouveau style ring large
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal 14k yellow gold ring Opal origin - Australia Opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.59
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Pendant with Opal, Diamonds, and Rubies
Located in Berlin, BE
A beautiful 14K Art Nouveau yellow gold pendant/brooch with chain, this exquisite piece features a
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Amber, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau 2.25 Ct Solid Australian Opal Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
1895 The New Art was born in Paris Art Nouveau jewellery was a short-lived period of design that
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Cluster Floral Opal & Ruby Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
Rubies. The ring also boasts a delightful expertly crafted Art Nouveau carving on the shoulders. Height
Opal, Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace Gingko Leaves Opal Green Enamel Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
produced strong and expressive Art Nouveau jewellery. The pendant is accompanied by a period fine long
Opal, Silver, Enamel
Art Nouveau Genuine Opal Cabochon and Rhinestone Drop Screwback Earrings, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
punctuated by a perfect 12 mm opal cabochon. Petite yet statement-making and thoroughly mesmerizing
Opal, Base Metal
Art Nouveau Cabochon Opal And Rose Diamond Ring 1910's
Located in Firenze, IT
18K yellow gold and silver ring set with an opal cabochon cluster rose diamond Opal dimensions
Opal, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
F & F FELGER Inc. Art Nouveau 14k Mixed Metal Opal Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A breathtaking F & F Felger Inc. opal ring from the Art Nouveau era (ca1910)! This beautiful ring
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Nouveau 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Opal Female Muse Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Art Nouveau 14k gold brooch depicting a serene female face framed by flowing, whiplash
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,376Sale Price|40% Off
Ethiopian Opal Yellow Gold Ivy Ring Aphrodite Style Multicolor Glare Art Nouveau
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
opal. The goldwork echoes the Art Nouveau tradition of honoring nature’s lines - never rigid, always
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Antique Art Nouveau Gold GIA Black Opal & Diamond Repousse Navette Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Condition: Antique Art Nouveau. Original finish & patina preserved. Shows some light wear. Excellent
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Gold
$14,753Sale Price|50% Off
Black opal Ivy earrings neon Blue opalescence Art nouveau style
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Ivy collection — One of a kind Blue «Ink» Opal earrings in silver with grey patina gemstone origin
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
$450Sale Price / item|55% Off
Silvorra Art Nouveau Style Blue Sapphire Opal & Diamond Floral Pendant for Gifts
Located in New York, NY
natural blue sapphire and opal gemstones, accented by diamonds. The piece showcases 11 oval-shaped
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau chandelier with opal glass
Located in Praha, CZ
In beautiful original condition. A small piece of the hem of one glass screen is glued. - cleaned and rewired - Two separate circuits 1+4x60W, E 25-E27 bulbs - US wiring compatible.
Brass
Exceptional Art Nouveau Gold and Multi-Gem Letter Opener, Carved Emerald Face
Located in New York, NY
An important Art Nouveau gold and multi-gemstone letter opener in the form of a dagger. The hilt
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau 18K Gold Branch and Leaf Brooch with Fiery Opal Cabochon, Edwardian
Located in North Attleboro, MA
A lyrical Art Nouveau brooch crafted in 18k yellow gold, this circa early 1900s piece captures the
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,133Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Pendant has Tanzanite and Opal. This Pendant has Pearls. This Pendant has
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, T...
$1,133Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Pendant has Tanzanite and Opal. This Pendant has Pearls. This Pendant has
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, T...
$2,269Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau White Diamond Pearl Opal Tanzanite Yellow Gold Birdcage Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Diamonds. These Earrings have also Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Red Coral, Opals
Tanzanite, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Opal, White Diamond,...
$2,077Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
by Art Nouveau. We're a workshop so every piece is handmade, customizable and resizable.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, T...
Louis Comfort Tiffany Straw Opal Art Nouveau Favrile Wine Glass
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Worcester Park, GB
A very rare and important straw opal -pastel Louis Comfort Tiffany Favrile large wine glass
Art Glass
Art Nouveau 14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal, Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
clarity Center Stone Details: Australian Opal, Natural, 8mm long, 1.50ct approximate, great color play
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Yellow Gold
$2,266Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau White Diamond Pearl Tanzanite Opal Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have Tanzanite and Opal. These Earrings have also
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, T...
$5,318Sale Price|50% Off
Opal Gold Ring Waves Engagement Ring Art Nouveau Style
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Opal opal origin - Ethiopia opal measurements - 0.28 х 0.31 х
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1900s Art Nouveau 18K Yellow Gold Black Opal and Diamond Ring - VEG#2029a
Located in Hicksville, NY
Circa 1900s Art Nouveau 18K Yellow Gold Black Opal and Diamond Ring - VEG#2029a Item Details: Year
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau wall lamps with opal iridescent glass
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art Nouveau wall lamps with opal iridescent glass in excellent original condition.
Brass
$3,309Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style Ruby Emerald Sapphire Opal Yellow Gold "Moon Phases" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
has 1.10 Carats Of Opals. This Pendant has 5.20 Carats of Peridots. This Pendant has 5.40 Carats of
Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise...
Vintage Art Nouveau Faux Opal Earrings, Antique-Gold Tone, Clip On, Retro
Located in Milford, DE
Elevate your style with our exquisite Art-Nouveau clip-on earrings, boasting a mesmerizing faux opal
Crystal
c.1900 Art Nouveau Antique Ring – Old Mine Cut Diamonds & Opals 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This extraordinary Art Nouveau ring circa 1900 captures the ethereal beauty of its era with a
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany Sea Green Opal Art Nouveau Favrile Wine Glass c1905
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Worcester Park, GB
A very rare and important sea green pastel opal Louis Comfort Tiffany Favrile large wine glass
Art Glass
Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Detailed Carving of Lady's Bust
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Detailed Carving of Lady's Bust Length: 20mm Thickness: 5mm Weight
Opal
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.
Opals were discovered in 400 BC, and since then five types have been found throughout the world. Before you start shopping for mysteriously beautiful vintage opal rings and other opal jewelry, learn about the different varieties of the gem — and find out which historical figure was reportedly willing to trade his kingdom for a single stone.
Here is a little riddle for you: the month of October has two birthstones, but only one of them encompasses the colors of other birthstones. If you guessed opal, you’re right! (The other gemstone associated with the month of October is tourmaline.)
Opals are such unusual gemstones that there are too many old-wives tales associated with them, like if you’re a blond, wearing an opal necklace will protect your locks from losing color. Opals were also very fashionable in the early 19th century, up until the publication of Sir Walter Scott’s novel Anne of Geierstein in 1829. The title heroine wears an opal and succumbs to an untimely death. However, the British monarchy, and in particular Queen Victoria, did not let this story get in their way, and they frequently gifted opals to friends and family members. October babies should disregard the noise and proudly wear their opals!
There are five types of precious opals: boulder opal, fire opal, crystal/water opal, black opal, and white/light opal. Each variety is distinguished by its color.
So, where does the name come from? The word opal is thought to originate from the Roman opalus or from the Sanskrit úpala (“precious stone”) or from the Greek opallios (“to see a color change”). So while there have been many names for the stones, opals were first discovered in 400 BC in Ethiopia. But the early reference that comes up most often in history books is from the Roman philosopher Pliny the Elder, who wrote about it in 75 AD. In his text he refers to it as opali. The Romans were big fans of opal, Mark Antony was so enamored by it that, as the story goes, he was willing to trade a portion of his kingdom for a single opal.
There's a wide variety of antique and vintage opal jewelry on 1stDibs (and you won't have to trade your kingdom for it).
Art Nouveau furniture was a style of furniture that emerged at the end of the 19th century and was characterized by its complex curved lines. The curved details in the furniture were typically carved by hand and finished with lacquer. The unmistakable gloss that is associated with Art Nouveau comes from the thick coat of varnish applied to the furniture as the final step of the production process.
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
The Art Nouveau design movement used such materials as cast iron and steel, ceramic and glass. This style of architecture, design, art and jewelry was characterized by its use of long, sinuous lines that are reflected in nature.
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.