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.
$1,560Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold Champagne Pearl Panel Link Bracelet 7.25 Inches
Located in Eagan, MN
This bracelet is just gorgeous. I love the design. It is such a quality made piece. It is 7.25 inches long and has a lobster claw closure. It is stamped "14K" and also has a Make...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Gilded Cuff With Cast High Relief Floral Motifs
Located in valatie, NY
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Gilded Cuff With Cast High Relief Floral Motifs and Finely Chiseled Ground. An Art Nouveau heavy gilded sterling cuff decorated with flowers represents th...
Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique Bohemian Bangle Star Bracelet Garnets Granat Silver / 19 gr
Located in SE
Fine bangle type ca. late XIX period Bohemian Garnet Bracelet. Handmade in Central Europe/Bohemia/Austrian Empire, no hallmarks. Metal is likely Silver alloy with purity about 800 o...
Garnet, Silver
Antique Bangle Bracelet natural 6 ct. Aquamarine solid Gilt 830 Silver / 16.5 gr
Located in SE
Fine Finish ca. early 20th.century bangle in solid Gilt high - grade Silver decorated with claw set natural fine quality Aquamarine old oval diamond / or old mine cut 12 mm x 11 mm x...
Aquamarine, Silver, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Boho Natural Pave diamonds oxidized silver skull hinged bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
Diamond- 4.35cts Diamond type: Pave diamonds Diamond color: White Metal: Silver Metal Purity: Sterling Silver or 92.5% Pure silver Color of Metal- Oxidized silver Bracelet size- 7.5...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. 1837 Vintage Unisex Rare Silver Wide Bold Cushion Bangle Bracelet
Located in Wokingham, England
Tiffany & Co. 1837 Vintage Unisex Cushion Square Glow Wide Bold Chunky Bangle Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Proudly inscribed with the year Tiffany was founded, the Tiffany 1837 ...
Silver
Natural uncut Diamonds 18K yellow gold-plated 925 silver 8"-inch bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
Diamond- 6.10cts Diamond type: uncut diamonds Diamond color: White with a tint of yellow Metal: Silver Metal Purity: Sterling Silver or 92.5% Pure Silver Metal color-18K yellow gold...
Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Denmark #3 Sterling Silver Lapis Lazuli Flower Link Bracelet 25914
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Denmark #3 Sterling Silver Lapis Lazuli Flower Link Bracelet A Georg Jensen bracelet in rare design #3, featuring lapis lazuli cabochons bezel set in iconic Art Nouveau...
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Antique European Bangle Bracelet Enamels solid 830 Silver / 29gr
Located in SE
Antique Silver & champlevé Enamel Bracelet with continuous hand - engraved and enameled floral ornament. Combination of White, Blue, Red ,Green and Yellow. Original V - lock and sec...
Silver, Enamel
Vintage Carol Felley Orchid Cuff Bracelet Earrings Jewelry Set
By Carol Felley
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous jewelry set is a 1987 creation of Carol Felley. The earrings measure 1 3/16 by 1 inch. Weight: 10.1 grams Marks: Sterling, Carol's hallmark, 87 The bracelet tapers fr...
Sterling Silver
$377Sale Price|50% Off
Silvorra Statement 8.6 Carat White Topaz Tennis Bracelet in sterling silver
Located in New York, NY
This Luxurious 925 sterling silver tennis bracelet is adorned with 46 natural oval shaped White Topaz gemstones, each measuring 4 x 3 mm, arranged in a continuous, classic line desig...
Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Bracelet natural 18ctw Blue White Sapphire solid Silver 10K Gold/18.5cm
Located in SE
Antique Bracelet from ca. 1920s - 1930s in solid Silver with layer of 10 - 12K Gold on the back side with with 28 hand - engraved sections holding 29 natural Sapphire stones of vario...
Sapphire, 10k Gold, Silver
Christian Dior Vintage Rare GROSSE 1963 Gold Strands Wheat Rope Snake Bracelet
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage Unisex Four 4 Strands Layers Wheat Chain Rope Snake Modernist Cuff Bracelet, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely...
Gold Plate
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
Set of 6 multicolored Natural Tourmaline real diamonds oxidized silver bracelets
Located in Delhi, DL
This set of six hinged bangles consists of: Diamond- 5.88cts Diamond type: Pave diamonds Diamond color: White Metal: Silver Metal Purity: Sterling Silver or 92.5% Pure silver Color...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
Pink Zircon Tennis Bracelet Wedding for Anniversary Gift in 925 Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Pink Zircon Tennis Bracelet Wedding Gift for Her in sterling silver. You shall need statement tennis bracelet to make a statement with your look. Each piece features dazzling cubic z...
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Chanel Vintage 2015 Rare Red Mosaic Octagon Logo Silver Omega Link Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 2015 15S Unisex Logo CC Coco Red Purple Yellow Mosaic Square Octagon Rectangle Pendant Omega Interlocked Cuban Link Modernist Chunky Statement Bracelet, Silver plated ...
Silver Plate
Georg Jensen Sterling Amber Cabochon Link Bracelet
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Georg Jensen Sterling Amber Cab Link Bracelet from the 1950's. One of their most popular patterns first designed in the 1930's of cabochon stones in foliate Art Nouveau Leaf bezels. ...
Amber, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Bloomed 14k Yellow Gold Garnet Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This antique Art Nouveau bracelet is crafted in bloomed 14k yellow gold and set with a repeating series of 6.7mm garnets in richly decorative links. The bloomed finish gives the gold...
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$662Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Timeless 925 Sterling Silver Natural Oval-Cut Emerald Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This elegant tennis bracelet is crafted from 925 sterling silver and features a continuous line of natural oval-cut emeralds, creating a timeless and refined look. It showcases 29 pr...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Bloomed 14k Yellow Gold Turquoise Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This Art Nouveau bracelet is crafted in 14k yellow gold and set with a series of oval turquoise cabochons framed by ornate scrolling links. The fluid, curving goldwork gives the piec...
Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Givenchy Vintage Rare Gripoix Ruby Amethyst Sapphire Charms Pearl Heart Bracelet
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Gripoix Pearl Heart Circle Oval Red Blue Purple White Charm Elegant Modernist Bracelet, Gold Tone. Good condition. Some light scratches or colour loss, especi...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior John Galliano 2002 Iconic Black Beads Layers Silver Bracelet
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2002 Unisex 5 Five Strands Layers Black Beads Crystals Thick Modernist Chunky Bracelet, Silver Plated Very excellent condition. Very new. Not any sto...
Silver Plate
Chanel Vintage 1997 Gripoix Maltese Cross Turquoise Red Cabochon Cuff Bangle
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1997 Maltese Cross CC Logo Crystals Turquoise Red Purple Brown Cabochon Pendant Charm Chunky Modernist Cuff Bangle Bracelet Very good condition. Light scratches or co...
18k Gold
$310Sale Price / item|50% Off
925 Sterling Silver Blue Topaz Tennis Bracelet for Wedding
Located in New York, NY
Blue Topaz Tennis Bracelet for Wedding in sterling silver showcases endlessly sparkling natural blue topaz, It measures 7.5 inches long in length. Blue Topaz stimulate concentration...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
$392Sale Price / item|50% Off
4.95 ct Turquoise Halo Cubic Zirconia Tennis Silver Bracelet Gift for Graduation
Located in New York, NY
4.95 ct Turquoise Cubic Zirconia 925 Sterling Silver Tennis Bracelet. You shall need statement tennis bracelet to make a statement with your look. Each piece features dazzling cubic ...
Turquoise, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$220Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 925 Sterling Silver White Cubic Zirconia Coiled Open Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This elegant cuff bracelet premium 925 sterling silver showcases a sleek, contemporary coiled design that offers both flexibility and lasting comfort. Each end is gracefully capped w...
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$690Sale Price / item|50% Off
White Cubic Zirconia Snake-Inspired Wrap Style Cuff Silver Bracelet Gift for Her
Located in New York, NY
This White Cubic Zirconia Snake-Inspired Wrap Style Cuff Silver Bracelet 925 sterling silver, masterfully designed in a sleek, snake-inspired wrap style. This eye-catching piece is e...
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Iconic Purple Blue Iridescent Statement Bracelet
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Sparkling Crystals Navy Blue Purple Iridescent Modernist Chunky Statement Bangle Cuff Bracelet Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. CHRISTIAN LAC...
Antique Bohemian Bracelet Flower Rosette natural Garnets Tombak 19cm / 15.4 gr
Located in SE
Authentic example of early 20th. century Bohemian / Central European jewelry - strap-style link bracelet featuring an array of rose cut Bohemian Garnets of Pyrope variety of excel...
Garnet, Pinchbeck
$440Sale Price|20% Off
Certified natural uncut rose cut Diamonds yellow gold plated silver bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
Diamond- 3.10cts Diamond type: uncut polki diamond, rose cut diamonds Diamond color: White Diamond Certificate- IGI Certified Metal: Silver Metal Purity: Sterling Silver or 92.5% Pu...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold Plate
$9,800
Art Nouveau Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1890s, 18k. This antique 18k yellow gold cuff bracelet has a bold, fashionable look that is as comfortable on the catwalks of Fashion Week as it was in Victorian ballrooms. It ...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$280Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Luxury Handcrafted 925 Sterling Silver Byzantine Chain Unisex Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Silvorra Byzantine Chain Bracelet is a masterpiece of artisanal craftsmanship, fashioned from authentic 925 sterling silver. Weighing 34 grams, with a length of 9 inches and a wi...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Imperial Russian Bangle Bracelet Enamel solid 84 Silver / 19gr
Located in SE
Antique Russian Silver & Colored Enamels Bracelet with inscription in Russian " На счастье " / For Happiness on one side and floral ornament on the other. Russian Imperial period c...
Silver, Enamel
Ottaviani 18kt Yellow Gold Enamel Cuff Bracelet, Italy, circa 1970
Located in Perugia, IT
A bangle made of 18-karat yellow gold and enamel, crafted by Ottaviani in the 1970s. Created by the historic fashion house in the 1970s, the bracelet is clearly inspired by the Art ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$392Sale Price / item|50% Off
Gleaming Blue Topaz & CZ Classic Tennis Silver Bracelet for Bridesmaid Gift
Located in New York, NY
This Gleaming Blue Topaz & CZ Classic Tennis Silver Bracelet stunning tennis bracelet, crafted in 925 sterling silver and adorned with radiant blue topaz stones complemented by spark...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau French Snake Bracelet Covered Dial Watch
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1910-1919 Provenance: France Circumference: 18 cm Weight: 126 gr Il bracciale in oro 18 carati è stato realizzato tra il 1910 e il 1919, in perfetto stile Art Nouveau, un mo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Austrian Bangle Bracelet Seed Pearls Blue Enamel solid Silver / 32.8gr
Located in SE
Antique Austrian Silver Seed Pearls & Blue Enamel Bracelet made in Wien - the capital of Austrian - Hungarian Empire in late 19th - early 20 cent. Hallmarked with period Austrian ha...
Pearl, Silver, Enamel
$100Sale Price|50% Off
925 Silver Radiant Pink Color Zircon Helo Chain Bracelet for Gifts Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Radiant Pink Color Zircon Helo Chain Bracelet for Her in sterling silver. You shall need statement chain bracelet to make a statement with your look. Each piece features dazzling cub...
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,695Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire White Gold Plate Flowers Bracelet
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ga...
Kalo Moonstone Sterling Silver Bracelet Arts & Crafts Circa 1930 Museum Quality
By Kalo
Located in New York, NY
This is an extremely rare museum quality Kalo Arts & Crafts Moonstone Bracelet in Sterling Silver. The bracelet is signed Hand Wrought Sterling Kalo. It is one of the finest ex...
Moonstone, Sterling Silver, Silver
Tiffany & Co Vintage Iconic Unisex Silver Please Return To Heart Lock Bracelet
Located in Wokingham, England
Tiffany & Co Vintage Unisex Logo Please Return To Heart Lock Interlocked Chain Chunky Bracelet, 925 Sterling Silver Very good condition. Light scratches, barely noticeable. 100%...
Silver
Chanel Vintage Haute Couture Gripoix Pearl Black Coco Crush Statement bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 2005 05 A Unisex Haute Couture Huge Massive Gripoix Coco Crush Matelassé Pearl Black Tweed Wool Gunmetal Logo CC Cabochon Chunky Statement bracelet, Silver plated Ver...
Silver Plate
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Art Nouveau Amethyst & Seed Pearl Two Row Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Bracelet 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This exquisite Art Nouveau bracelet showcases a stunning two-row design crafted from 15ct yellow gold. The bracelet feature...
Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$392Sale Price / item|50% Off
Elegant Cubic Zirconia Macrame Thread Retro Bracelet for Mother's Day Gifting
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Cubic Zirconia Macrame Thread Retro Bracelet in sterling silver. You shall need statement thread bracelet to make a statement with your look. Each piece features dazzling cub...
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Christian Dior John Galliano 1998 Gold Strands Omega Coil Wide Bangle Bracelet
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior John Galliano 1998 Vintage Unisex Layers Strands Omega Coil Chunky Trio Row Elegant Modernist Wide Bracelet Bangle, Gold plated Very good condition. Light scratches ...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1970s Emerald Ruby Sapphire Crystals Interlocked Bracelet
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1970s Vintage Unisex Oval Ruby Sapphire Emerald Red Blue Green Cabochon Crystals Interlocked Rope Cuban Bracelet, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratche...
Gold Plate
$372Sale Price / item|50% Off
Elegant Cushion Cut Turquoise Bezel Set Tennis Bracelet in 925 Silver For Women
Located in New York, NY
A refined contemporary bracelet featuring 8.14 carats of natural turquoise in 31 cushion shaped stones, individually bezel set in 925 Sterling Silver. Each 4x4 mm turquoise gemstone ...
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
$710Sale Price|20% Off
IGI certified natural Diamond sterling silver bracelet with Yellow Gold plating
Located in Delhi, DL
This elegant hinged bangle consists of: Diamond- 5.50cts Diamond type: Pave diamonds and uncut polki diamond Diamond color: White Diamond Certificate- IGI Certified Metal: Silver M...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
$392Sale Price / item|50% Off
Certified Round Cut Peridot and CZ Tennis Bracelet for Women Gifts in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Certified Round Cut Peridot and CZ Tennis Bracelet elegant 925 sterling silver bracelet, beautifully adorned with 14.65 carats of natural green peridot. Each vibrant, round-cut ...
Peridot, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Van Cleef and Arpels vintage alhambra bracelet 5 motifs blue agate
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels vintage alhambra bracelet 5 motifs in blue agate. One of the most beautiful colors with 5 bleu agate stones. Comes wi...
Agate, 18k Gold
$805Sale Price / item|50% Off
Oval Cut Garnet Gemstones Line Bolo Adjustable Bracelet for Gifts in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Oval Cut Garnet Gemstones Line Bolo Adjustable Bracelet stunning bracelet showcases a row of richly hued oval-cut garnet gemstones, each expertly prong-set in gleaming 925 sterl...
Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany HardWear Watch in Sterling Silver and Steel with Diamonds
Located in London, England
Tiffany HardWear Watch in Tiffany blue colour, Sterling Silver and Steel with Diamonds. Watch case with diamonds and sterling silver bracelet Size small Fits wrists up to 5.75" Tif...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Christian Dior by John Galliano 1997 Haute Counture Fuchsia D Strands Bracelet
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior by John Galliano 1997 Vintage D Logo Fuchsia Pink Crystals Circle Water Drop Beads Trio Strands Elegant Bracelet，Antique Gold Bronze Tone Finish Very good condition. ...
Christian Dior GROSSE 1974 Rare Gold Silver Rose Strands Linked Chunky Bracelet
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1974 Vintage Unisex Gold Silver Pink Rose 9 Strands Layers Rectangle Box Linked Chain Bracelet Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noti...
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Vintage Mark Wasserman Samara Bracelet Sterling Silver 7 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful estate bracelet is sterling silver. It is a product of Mark Wasserman / M.W. Samara. Measurements: 11/16 of an inch wide. 7 wearable inches. Weight: 33.9 grams Condi...
Sterling Silver
Rare Art Nouveau Repousse Rose Buds 18 KT Gold Hinged Bangle
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare authentic Art Nouveau period solid 18 Kt gold marked with extraordinary antique repousse hollow art work, nature inspired, richly detailed with rose buds and leaf work highly de...
Gold, 18k Gold
$10,400Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Platinum Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Art Nouveau Platinum Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Bracelet In very good condition. Total weight is 32.7 grams. Tota...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Belle Epoque French Diamond Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Floral Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Belle Epoque diamond bracelet (circa 1880s to 1910s), crafted in 18k yellow gold and silver. 8 small old cut diamonds chips adorn the floral center silver a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera Y Carrera Horse Bangle Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Carrera y Carrera Horse Motif Cuff Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold This Carrera y Carrera cuff bracelet features opposing horse heads sculpted in 1...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$420Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Channel-Set Blue Sapphire Stackable Bangle Bracelet in Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This Channel-Set Blue Sapphire Bangle Bracelet is crafted in 925 sterling silver and adorned with a continuous row of square-cut sapphires, the celebrated birthstone of September. Ea...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver