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Art Nouveau Jewelry Dish
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Art Nouveau jewelry dish.
Origin Germany circa 1920.
Perfect condition.
Electro silver technique
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1920s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Metal
Antique Art Nouveau Jewellery Box by Paul Louchet
Located in Portland, GB
Antique French Art Nouveau Porcelain & Gilt Jewellery Box By Paul Louchet 1900s
Antique French Art
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1890s French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
Romantic Antique French Art Nouveau Jewelry Box in Burl Wood & Floral Inlay 1900
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous & rare! This French Art Nouveau Jewelry box made from Burl wood with floral inlay
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Fabric, Wood, Burl
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H 3.15 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Pair Cufflinks Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
piece of antique jewellery which would make a fine addition to any collection.
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Ormolu
Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Rose Branch Pendant Ormolu, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
very pretty piece of antique jewellery which would make a fine addition to any collection. It is
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Ormolu
Four Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Memory Pendants Ormolu, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
1900. Each one has a picture inside.
A very pretty piece of antique jewellery which would make a fine
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Ormolu
Collection Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Brooch Watch Chain Pendants 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This lovely collection of Antique Jewelry was found at an Estate sale in Germany. All items are
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Ormolu
H 2.13 in W 1.25 in D 0.38 in
Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Faith, Love, Hope Brooch Ormolu, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
very pretty piece of antique jewellery which would make a fine addition to any collection.
It is
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
Materials
Ormolu
Two Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Memory Pin Brooch Ormolu, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
1900. Each brooch pin has a picture inside.
A very pretty piece of antique jewellery which would make
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Ormolu
Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Pocket Watch Chain with Fob, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
still a beauty. It is circa 1900s or older.
A very pretty antique jewellery item which would make a
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Ormolu, Metal
Art Nouveau Jewelry/Ring Box, French, Gilt Bronze, Beveled Glass, ca. 1910
Located in Petaluma, CA
A very high quality art nouveau French gilt bronze ring box. All the glass is beveled and the
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Bronze
H 3.25 in W 4.25 in D 3 in
Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Heart Pin Brooch Ormolu with Stone, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
jewellery which would make a fine addition to any collection. It is approximate 3/4" high.
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Ormolu
H 0.75 in W 1.5 in D 0.25 in
Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Memory Pin Brooch Ormolu with Stone, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
pearl on it.
A very pretty piece of antique jewellery which would make a fine addition to any
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
Materials
Ormolu
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in D 0.25 in
Art Nouveau, 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Peridot and Pearl Lavalier Necklace
Located in Brisbane, QLD
pendant which contains a brilliant cut peridot, very fashionable in Art Nouveau jewellery. The pendant is
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lovely Art Nouveau Enamel Violet
By Cressarrow
Located in New York, NY
natural pearl center. American Art Nouveau jewelry at its finest by Cressarrow of Newark N.J. 1" x 1
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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14k Gold
Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace with Gold Chain
Located in Berlin, DE
An impressive example of Art Nouveau jewellery. With a large baroque pearl ( 0.98 in; 2,5 cm
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Art Nouveau Watch Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
Nouveau jewelry design. Crafted of 18K gold, this elegant timepiece is enveloped in graceful angel
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau 14 Karat Brooch Dated 1904 Chrysoprase Citrine Enamel Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine piece of Art Nouveau jewellery has the inscription September 30th 1904 engraved on the
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
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W 1.78 in D 0.52 in L 2.21 in
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
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1890s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Opal, Silver, Enamel
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W 1.5 in D 0.24 in L 1.89 in
Art Nouveau Satin Lined Jewelry Box with/ Portrait on Cover
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Nouveau Jewelry Pink Satin Lined Box, the woman is depicted with flowers in her hair and pink
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1910s American Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
Materials
Wood
Antique 18 Kt French Art Nouveau Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
is graceful and lacy as its links graduate all around the neckline. French Art Nouveau jewelry took
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1910s French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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18k Gold
Art Nouveau Antique Seagull Diamond Enamel Gold Brooch France
Located in Munich, Bavaria
seagull is a fine example for French Art
Nouveau jewellery around 1895 to 1900.
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1890s French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Platinum
2 Antique 19th Century Husband & Wife Portrait Oil Paintings on Canvas Pair 41"
Located in Dayton, OH
cupped, displaying her Art Nouveau jewelry, encusted with turquois, rubies and diamonds. Framed in gold
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Late 19th Century Victorian Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Canvas, Paint
H 40.5 in W 2.25 in D 33.5 in
Art Nouveau Silver Enamel Pearl Bird Plaque de Cou Levinger & Bissinger Necklace
Located in London, GB
. Jugendstil-Schmuck // Art Nouveau Jewellery from Pforzheim, Fritz Falk, 2009, illustrated p.230 cat no LB 64
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
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H 1.62 in W 2.37 in
Art Nouveau Cufflinks in Yellow Gold by Marcus & Company
By Marcus & Co.
Located in San Rafael, CA
prize-winning Art Nouveau jewelry, and today is recognized for the outstanding design and workmanship of
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau 14 Karat Yellow Gold Scroll Work and Green Gemstone Link Bracelet
Located in Fairfield, CT
natural forms and structures. Created in the late 19th to early 20th century, Art Nouveau jewelry is
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lovely Art Nouveau Coral Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Wheaton, IL
This stunning Art Nouveau ring dates back to the early 1900s and boasts an exquisite natural coral
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Zorra Art Nouveau Diamond Amethyst Pearl and Plique-à-Jour Enamel Brooch
By Louis Zorra
Located in New York, NY
. Circa 1900.
Similar pictured in Imperishable Beauty Art Nouveau Jewelry, by Yvonne J. Markowitz and
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
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H 1.75 in W 1.5 in
Art Nouveau Gold Sapphire Ring 18kt
Located in Stamford, CT
cut. Naked forms and imagery were used in Art Nouveau jewelry showing nature, a major theme of the
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Signed Durand & Co. Black Opal, Diamond, Ombre Enamel 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
cavity in front.
Scarce, fine example of American Art Nouveau jewelry.
Entire ring dimensions are 19mm by
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel, 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 Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique Art Nouveau 16 Karat Yellow Gold Medusa Figural Signet Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
Nouveau jewelry often reflected a departure from the rigid forms of the Victorian era, embracing instead
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
John Paul Cooper "The Kingfisher" Arts & Crafts Necklace
By John Paul Cooper
Located in London, GB
, Art Nouveau Jewelry, London 2010, pp. 155 f.
Exhibited: Arts & Crafts Exhibition, Grafton Galleries
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Kerr Monumental Sterling Silver Picture Frame in Art Nouveau Style
By J. Kerr & Co.
Located in New York, NY
1880s, was a silversmith known for its Art Nouveau jewelry, vanity items, and holloware. In 1927, Gorham
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Sterling Silver
One '1' 18 Karat Art Nouveau Pendant, Henry Vever, Paris, 1900
Located in Heerlen, NL
house on the basis of the bill.
Art Nouveau jewelry is sought after and rare if of this high quality
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 2.13 in D 0.12 in L 1.3 in
Original Art Nouveau Diamond Brooch Necklace
Located in Brisbane, QLD
Nouveau jewellery which encompasses the beauty of the period so well.
Marked - 'AGRM 750' to chain
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
20.68 Gram Pretty Demantoid Garnet Specimen From koh-e-Belgheys, Iran
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
during the Belle Époque period (1890-1915), especially in Art Nouveau jewelry. The Russian Czars
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15th Century and Earlier Persian Adam Style Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Rock Crystal
41.40 Gram Pretty Demantoid Garnet Specimen From Balochistan, Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Belle Époque period (1890-1915), especially in Art Nouveau jewelry. The Russian Czars particularly
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15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Adam Style Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Rock Crystal
67.25 Gram Pretty Demantoid Garnet Specimen From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Époque period (1890-1915), especially in Art Nouveau jewelry. The Russian Czars particularly favored this
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15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Adam Style Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Rock Crystal
Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Guilloché Green and Blue Enamel Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
jewelry—its precise era remains a mystery. Nonetheless, certain design cues hint at the Art Nouveau period
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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
72.81 Gram Pretty Demantoid Garnet Specimen with Mother Rock From Iran
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
popular gemstone during the Belle Époque period (1890-1915), especially in Art Nouveau jewelry. The
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15th Century and Earlier Persian Adam Style Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Rock Crystal
American 1890 Art Nouveau Enamel Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
electronically tested for 14kt gold.
Art Nouveau Jewelry
Or the so called new art jewelry was created in
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1890s American Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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W 1.02 in L 1.22 in
Art Nouveau 18k Gold & Platinum Enameled Brooch with European Cut Diamonds
Located in Fairfield, CT
craftsmanship. Art Nouveau jewelry is often imbued with deeper symbolism, lauded not only for its visual appeal
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1890s Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
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H 2 in L 1.5 in
Alling & Co. 1900 Art Nouveau Enamel Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Peridot And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
during the art nouveau period in Newark United States by the jewelry makers Alling & Company, dating back
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Early 1900s North American Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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W 0.87 in L 1.18 in
Antique Gold French Art Nouveau Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
. Ophelia as an image on a ring, however, is unusual and rare. Art Nouveau jewelry did feature the female
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Gold, Yellow Gold
Jules Rousseau 24kt Gold Sapphire Pearl Bracelet
Located in Braintree, GB
signs of usage and age, no damage, excellent overall condition.
At the heart of Art Nouveau jewellery
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1890s French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 24k Gold
Chinese Antique Art Nouveau Coral and Kingfisher Tian-Tsui Necklace
Located in Southbury, CT
of Asian art, Art Nouveau jewelry or anyone with a penchant for butterflies, this piece would make a
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Early 1900s Chinese Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Coral, Silver
1900s Art Nouveau Sapphire Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
contact us.
Antique jewelry - Work of the 1900s, Art Nouveau jewelry. Some marks in the enamel.
Our
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Austrian 1900 Art Nouveau Jugendstil Brooch in 14 Karat with Coral and Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
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History
Art Nouveau or new art jewelry was created in France between about 1895 and 1910, coming on the
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Azurmalachite MilapillasMine Cabochon MexicanSilver Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
. At the same time, the leading Art Nouveau jewelry artists created high international demand for multi
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Early 1900s Mexican Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Malachite, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau French 18K gold double chimera griffon dragon pendant brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
in the elegance and significance of Art Nouveau jewelry and an unique representation of force, energy
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Diamond, 18k Gold
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H 1.58 in W 1.58 in
Austrian Art Nouveau Opal Foliage Pearl Wide Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
inspiration mainly from nature using enameling as form of art. Art Nouveau jewelry is very rare and sought
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau .75 Ct Diamond F VVS/VS Platinum Rare Engagement ring
Located in Napoli, IT
all features that made the Art Nouveau jewellery period so special and rare for the very short period
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Diamond, Platinum
CatEyeMoonstones Antique PinkTranslucentBallCut 14MM SterlingLeverClip Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
design director Louis Comfort Tiffany, who was also a glass-medium artist, debuted his Art Nouveau
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Moonstone, Cat’s Eye, Sterling Silver
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H 0.48 in W 0.56 in Dm 0.56 in
Edwardian Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
weight 1.90 carats, with a platinum-topped gold mount. Expressing the free form spirit of the Art Nouveau
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Early 20th Century Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau Coral Ring 14 Karat Gold Salmon Coral Cabochon, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
dates to the Art Nouveau period, circa 1890-1910.
Art Nouveau jewelry is instantly recognizable by its
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Coral, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
1920s Art Nouveau Garnet and Yellow Gold Coin Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
true representation of this fine example of Art Nouveau jewelry/estate jewelry.
Item Ref. SKU: A8811
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1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau 1890 Brooch In 14Kt Gold Montana Sapphires & Mississippi River Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
, and the gravel bars along the Missouri River northeast of Helena.
Art Nouveau Jewelry
Or so called
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1890s American Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.02 in L 1.46 in
French 1890 Art Nouveau Swan Arp Brooch 18Kt Gold With 5.05 Ctw Rubies Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A French art nouveau swan brooch.
Gorgeous piece of jewelry, created in France in the late 19th
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1890s French Art Nouveau Nouveau Antique Jewelry
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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.18 in L 1.96 in
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Nouveau Antique Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact piece of nouveau antique jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 5335 antique edition and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of nouveau antique jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of nouveau antique jewelry from Georg Jensen, Tiffany & Co. and Riker Brothers — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of nouveau antique jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 1497 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and rose cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an option in this array of nouveau antique jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Nouveau Antique Jewelry?
The price for a piece of nouveau antique jewelry starts at $50 and tops out at $537,638 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,517.
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 Nouveau Antique Jewelry
- What is Art Nouveau jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Art 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.
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
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