The Arts and Crafts movement that emerged in England in the late 19th century saw a dehumanization of design in the rise of industrialization and mass production of objects. Its practitioners prized craftsmanship and a close connection between the artisan and the entire process of what they were making. This included the design of Arts and Crafts jewelry and watches, which evolved as the movement spread to the United States in the early 20th century.
While much of the Arts and Crafts furniture realm was dominated by male designers like William Morris and Gustav Stickley, several women came to prominence in Arts and Crafts jewelry design, including British metalworker Charlotte Newman and American enamelist and metalsmith Elizabeth Copeland. Many creators were part of guilds, encouraging an exchange of ideas, with some focused on jewelry, like England’s Guild and School of Handicraft — founded by Charles Robert Ashbee — and Birmingham Guild of Handicraft.
In contrast to the Victorian era, with its decadent gemstones and heavy mourning jewelry, designers of Arts and Crafts jewelry looked to the past and abroad for inspiration, from simple medieval shapes to East Asian styles. The movement’s emphasis on natural forms overlapped with Art Nouveau. Flourishes like leaves and flowers formed from silver, aluminum and copper can be found in bracelets and necklaces designed in this style, while rings and earrings are adorned with affordable gems such as turquoise and freshwater pearls.
Arts and Crafts jewelry designers used materials that were often simple, such as semiprecious stones and enamel, which is one of the oldest forms of surface decoration. Artisans prioritized the use of artistic techniques to elevate the jewelry rather than expensive components, and every piece was intended to be one of a kind — a work of wearable art.
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Bracciale in Oro Giallo e Legno Marrone -M - collezione NATURAL GROUMETTE*
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Questo bracciale della Collezione Natural Groumette nasce dall’incontro armonioso tra la preziosità dell’oro giallo 18kt e il fascino autentico del legno marrone, dalle tonalità cald...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Forstner Sterling Silver Lily Pad Parure
Located in New York, NY
Forstner Arts and Crafts patinaed sterling silver lily pad parure. Consisting of a link bracelet, brooch and earclips. Excellent Condition, Signe...
Sterling Silver
Antique Islamic Shia Intaglio Bracelet Carnelian solid 14K Rose Gold 18cm/ 29gr
Located in SE
Bracelet from 1950 - 1960s for Men and Women in solid 14K Yellow Gold decorated with six natural Blue Sapphire stones cur cabochons.Hallmarked / tested solid 14K Yellow Gold metal. ...
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
European Arts and Crafts Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
European Arts and Crafts Bracelet in 800 standard silver from the 1930's. Hand repousse with large faux green tourmaline and hand made link chain. 7.5" x 1"....
Silver
$7,988Sale Price|20% Off
ART & CRAFT 1900 Natural Pearls Bracelet In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds & Demantoid
Located in Miami, FL
Antique bracelet with natural pearls. This is a beautiful antique bracelet created in America during the turn of the century, back in the 1900. The bracelet has been crafted with mi...
White Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Yel...
Arts and Crafts Suite, Gorham and Co.
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Gorham Arts and Crafts Suite in sterling silver. Hand hammered links are used for both the bracelet and necklace. The necklace has a center "jewel" which is silver squared o...
Sterling Silver
14k Big Chunky Italian "HWC" Vintage Yellow Gold Link Bracelet 25.8gr, C. 1980s
Located in New York, NY
An Amazing Italian Vintage Gold Chunky Link 14K Gold Bracelet from 1980s! It's the 1980s. Big hair. Power suits. And a gold bracelet that says, "I have arrived." This vintage Italia...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$20,541Sale Price|20% Off
L 7.09 in
Bracciale tennis in oro rosa 18kt con zaffiri multicolore e diamanti bianchi
By Lenti 1963
Located in Valenza, IT
Un elegante bracciale tennis con stile moderno in oro rosa 18kt con zaffiri taglio ovale multicolore, selezionati in sfumatura arcobaleno per 34,00 ca...
White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Miami Cuban Link 14k Solid Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Make a statement with this iconic Miami Cuban link bracelet, crafted from solid 14k gold. Featuring chunky 0.5-inch wide links, this vintage piece from the 1980s is a bold nod to classic luxury with serious edge. Weighing in at 32.65 grams, it's built to last a lifetime — and then some. Style it like a true fashion connoisseur: pair it with a graphic Gianni Versace top and Gucci pool slides...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
"Garrard & Co" Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Bracelet, circa 1890/1905
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Exquisite Collector Edwardian/Belle Epoque Natural Pearl and Diamond Bracelet, fitted in its original case by Garrard & Co, circa 1900. The first official Crown Jeweler for the British royal family, Garrard & Co. Limited has crafted iconic and historically celebrated rings, watches, necklaces and other jewelry for centuries. An Edwardian pearl and diamond bracelet, consisting of eight oval-shaped diamond-set openwork links, each to the centre with a round natural pearl set...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
$1,220 / item
W 0.23 in L 7.5 in
8.2 ct Round Cut Coral Station Chain Bracelet Studded in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Bracelets are worn to enhance the look. Women love to look good. It is common to see a woman rocking a lovely gold bracelet on her wrist. A gold gemstone bracelet is the ultimate sta...
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Unisex Link Bracelet
Located in Bradenton, FL
14k yellow gold link bracelet. Open box secure clasp with double safety latch. 23.92gms TW.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Hermes Kelly Chaine Lariat Diamond Rose Gold Necklace Small Model
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Chaine Lariat Necklace. Featured in 18K Rose Gold and a diamond Kelly lock clasp in the small model. Set with 41 ...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Massive Retro 14k yellow Gold Bracelet Weighing 187.4 gr
Located in Aventura, FL
Prepare to be captivated by the sheer brilliance and breathtaking beauty of the Spectacular Bold Bracelet, meticulously crafted in solid 14k yellow gold by the renowned artisans at T...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso Set, Bracelet and Necklace in 18 K Gold Diamonds
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Paris, FR
Tiffany's Paloma Picasso Bracelet and Necklace in 18kt Yellow Gold Platinum and Diamonds. Together they can form a long necklace. Alternate Circles of interlaced double Links. A Plat...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
3.51tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Emerald Cut & Diamond Unisex Solid Gold Bracelet
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a beautiful emerald and diamond unisex bracelet. This bracelet carries almost two full carats of emeralds-emerald cut with very good clarity and luster. Channel set with ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990's 14k Rose Gold Wide Charm Link Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1990's 14K Rose Gold Wide Charm Link Bracelet - The bracelet measures .5 inches wide and 8 inches long and features a hidden plunger clasp with a safety latch. The bracelet w...
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Omega Gold Interlocked Link Bar Ring Rope Chain 2 Set
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Classic Interlocked Linked Bar Ring Chain Omega Woven Chain Charm 2 Jewellery Set Modernist Collar Choker Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone Very good ...
Gold Plate
Antique Art & Crafts 10K Gold 7.25" Blue Zircon Textured Flower Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Genuine Blue Zircon - Old Round Cut- Milgrain/Bezel Set - Sky Blue Color - 1.0ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 10k Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 8.81 Grams Type: Floral L...
Blue Zircon, Zircon, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Gemstone Garnet Rose Quartz Citrine Bracelet 7 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous 90s gemstone bracelet is sterling silver. It features citrine, amethyst, clear quartz, garnet, smoky quartz and rose quartz gemstones. These gemstones are estimated to...
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Quartz, Sterling Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Palissander Groumette Big Link Bracelet
Located in Milano, Lombardia
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Palissander Groumette Big Link Bracelet This Bracelet has a hidden opening. Total weight gr. 53.3 Gold weight gr. 23.7 Length cm. 21 Stamp 10 MI, ITALY, 750
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Arts & Crafts Silver and Amethyst Bracelet
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Arts and Crafts design sterling silver and Amethyst bracelet. This is a very pretty and well designed bracelet with e...
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
Marcus & Co. Arts & Crafts Gold Bracelet, circa 1905
By Marcus & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1905, 14k, by Marcus & Co. New York. Prehistoric petroglyphs, Ancient Greek jewelry, Art and Crafts objects, Calder Prints… spirals in ar...
Citrine, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf and Silver Bark Link
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold diamond pave leaf with 32 round brown diamonds weighing .60pts. with our Gresha signature bark finish on a large link. 114 grams combined weight. Size is 6 1/2inch...
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver