Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
CONTEMPORARY STYLE
Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.
Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.
This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.
Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.
Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Style: Contemporary
Betony Vernon "Ben Wa Balls" with Marble Box Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
Inspired by the ancient Chinese instruments of desire that also give them their name, the BV "Ben Wa Balls" were designed in 1996 by Betony Vernon and are part of her infamous Boudoir Box...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Museum Quality, Certified Natural Jadeite Jade 壽星公 Longevity Man Decoration
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! From our extensive Jade collection passed down from my grandfather, this is a museum quality piece of jadeite jade. This large piece of jade is certified un-treated and un-enhanced. It has everything going for it. The detailed carving is exceptional. This substantial Jade is icy (see through) and translucent, full of "water" There are also multiple different colors within the carving. All these exceptional characters in one piece of jade makes this best of the best and super rare!
this is a great piece for investors and connoisseurs looking to collect best of the best world class Jade. This will be the centerpiece of any Jade collection. This natural Jade carving...
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1940s Hong Kong Vintage Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Jade, Silver
Tom Castor Collection One of a Kind 25 Carat Pink & Green Moth Cuff
By Tom Castor
Located in Lambertville , NJ
Unique.
One of a Kind Tom Castor Collection Piece from his Moth Cuff Series.
Fewer than 5 Tom Castor Moth Cuffs have been made. Each is an entirely differen...
Category
1990s American Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Quartz, Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, ...
Waterman Expert Gold Plated Fountain Pen
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Waterman Gold Plated Fountain Pen. The Waterman Expert fountain pen has a gloss lacquer finish with 23 karat gold plated trim. The pen has a cigar-shaped barrel, a beveled button cap...
Category
Early 2000s French Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold Plate
Money Clip 18kt Yellow Gold with Brown Diamonds and Rubies Unique Gift for Him
Located in Athens, GR
Money clip 18Kt Yellow gold, Circle Matte Finish set with brown diamonds and rubies. A unique masterpiece that gives a view about man's different day times, and expresses the majority of men. Ready to go and unshaved. A statement ONE-OF-A-KIND moneyclip, that gives a uniquness to your style.
Title: Alter Ego Nicofilimon 2012
Metalloplasies Collection : Fragments of creativity, representing all different paths Nicofilimon has walked on during his career.
Occasion: Anniversary / Wedding / Engangment
Information: One of a kind - in stock
ARTISAN BODY PARTS
Moving parts on a body map. Valuable materials. Cosmic symbols. Processed by an attitude, dimension and motion giving hand...
Category
2010s Greek Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Brown Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Deakin & Francis 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Turquoise Enamel Locket
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London
This stunning vintage locket is the perfect gift for all. Made to keep personal things close at all times t...
Category
Early 2000s British Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Red Racing Car Keyring
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London
Modelled on the traditional vintage racing car, you will be travelling in style with this sterling silver r...
Category
2010s British Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Custom Made Jade Snake Collectors Commission
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
This extraordinary jade snake carving can be custom designed into the object of your dreams. The first execution was made to be the handle of a walking sti...
Category
2010s German Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Jade
Deakin & Francis Skull Corkscrew in Black
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London
Our jaw dropping skull range continues to expand. With our latest edition, the skull corkscrew. Finished in an edgy matte black, pull dow...
Category
2010s Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Butterfly Brooch with Pink Red and Blue Sapphires Diamonds in 18Kt Rose Gold
Located in Athens, GR
Unique Butterfly Brooch with pave pink-red sapphires, brilliant cut diamonds and oval blue sapphires, handcrafted in 18Kt rose gold. The elegance of the Greek nature inspired Nicofil...
Category
2010s Greek Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Ro...
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Necklace in Black Ruthenium and Rose Gold chain
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The HEXA S Pendant is FLOWEN's signature statement piece.
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combina...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold
Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Enveloped in a sea of 60.26 carats of fancy vivid yellow diamonds is this tour de force of jewelry craftsmanship from the collaboration of jewelry legends Fred Leighton and Carvin French. Made for Patricia Kluge...
Category
20th Century American Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Golf Ball Tee Ballpoint Pen - 017
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Golf Ball Tee Ballpoint Pen. The simple & sleek design is functional and stylish. This piece has a twist retractable closure and a...
Category
1990s North American Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Siberian Nephrite Rabbit Miniature
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Snowy white rabbits are on the way to celebrate the year of the rabbit 2023. Fond by many cultures for its adorable features, swift move, and spiritual meanings of good luck and the new beginning, the rabbit plays an important role in many fairy tales and folklore, like the famous Alice in Wonderland and Moon Rabbit.
Specialised in stone carving art, MOISEIKIN🄬 aesthetically and skillfully has created a rabbit miniature so lively. The uniqueness of this art sculpture is the figurine is carved out of one piece of Siberian nephrite...
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2010s Russian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Certified Nephrite Jade Archer's Thumb Ring by Master 于士榮, River Pebble
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This master piece is certified by 2 laboratories. This piece is carved using Hetian river pebble Jade. This archer's thumb ring is carved by the master j...
Category
2010s Chinese Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Jade
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Golf Ball Tee Ballpoint Pen - 018
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Golf Ball Tee Ballpoint Pen. The simple & sleek design is functional and stylish. This piece has a twist retractable closure and a...
Category
1990s French Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mini Cooper Solid Sterling Silver Charm
Located in Valenza, IT
Unique, One-of-a-kind, Solid Sterling Silver Charm from a Mini Lover's Legacy: you can add it to your key-holder or wear it with effortless elega...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gradient Orange Natural Carnelian Sea Horse Carving Earrings Pair
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
This seahorse carving on natural carnelian is hand-carved with extreme detail by our expert lapidary artist in Jaipur which transforms raw stones into unique art works. The carving i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Carnelian
Siberian Nephrite Rabbit Miniature
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Snowy white rabbits are on the way to celebrate the year of the rabbit 2023. Fond by many cultures for its adorable features, swift move, and spiritual meanings of good luck and the new beginning, the rabbit plays an important role in many fairy tales and folklore, like the famous Alice in Wonderland and Moon Rabbit.
Specialised in stone carving art, MOISEIKIN🄬 aesthetically and skillfully has created a rabbit miniature from rare white Siberian nephrite...
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2010s Russian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Betony Vernon "Leather Whip Necklace" Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
The "Leather Whip Necklace" was designed in 1997 by Betony Vernon. The "body" of the whip is made of handwoven leather. The empowering unisex necklace is ...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Hand Carved Animal Figure, Rat Talisman for Home
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Urals in Russia are rich in semi-precious stones, so this region has become one of the leaders among the Russian "workshops" of artistic carving on marble, jasper, rhodonite, rock crystal and other ornamental stones. The beginning of the path of widespread dissemination of stone-cutting art in Russia dates back to the end of the 18th century. The tradition of the Ural art stone carving still exists. Skilled craftsmen of the MOISEIKIN not only preserve, but also develop the tradition, using the latest technologies and creativities to make original stone-cut sculptures.
Carved animal...
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Early 2000s Russian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Magnificent Pair of Hand Carved Lavender Jadeite Masks
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful pair of Hand Carved Jadeite Masks. Light lavender and very light mint-green. Each has a diameter of 56 mm. Average thickness is 20 mm. Total weight of the pair is 226 grams...
Category
1990s Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Jade
Miniature Lapis Enamel Diamond Gold Floral Clock
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful & whimsical. Solid 18kt Yellow Gold & Enamel Floral Sprig growing out of a Gold decorated Lapis Base.
The Flower is made up of 5 enamel Flowers, each centered wit...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Plain Money Clip
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London
This elegant money clip should be in every gentleman’s accessories repertoire. The ideal luxury gift. Classic and timeless, this plain mo...
Category
2010s British Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Vintage Steering Wheel Keyring
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London
Keep your keys safe in style. With fond memories of the vintage style cars, this best selling sterling silver vintage steering wheel keyr...
Category
2010s British Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Hand Carved Animal Figure, Rat Talisman for Home
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Urals in Russia are rich in semi-precious stones, so this region has become one of the leaders among the Russian "workshops" of artistic carving on marble, jasper, rhodonite, rock crystal and other ornamental stones. The beginning of the path of widespread dissemination of stone-cutting art in Russia dates back to the end of the 18th century. The tradition of the Ural art stone carving still exists. Skilled craftsmen of the MOISEIKIN not only preserve, but also develop the tradition, using the latest technologies and creativities to make original stone-cut sculptures.
Carved animal...
Category
Early 2000s Russian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Blue Sea Earrings 18kt Yellow & White Gold with Aquamarine and Pearls Atr Object
Located in Athens, GR
Stunning 18Kt yellow & white gold earrings set with Aquamarines & Pearls. The earrings of the deep blue sea. Beautifully delicate earrings they are sold together with a uniquely desi...
Category
2010s Greek Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Silver
Diamond and Mother of Pearl Jeweled Gun Pendant in Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
A diamond and mother of pearl gun pendant in 18-karat rose and white gold. Whether you are a fan of James Bond or usually root for the Bond Villain, it is hard to ignore this exquisi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Object d’Art Brass Pomellato King
By Pomellato
Located in Bilbao, ES
A window display Pomellato King
Original and authentical a 13mm Brass King from Pomellato merchandising and window display actually 4 in stock
Established 43 years ago in the Italian city of Milan, Pomellato has been forging its own meticulous path in jewelry making for many years. Having started life as a chain maker, the distinctive chain design still appears in every collection, albeit in ever more luxurious and bejeweled forms. From the iconic Nudo collection and its almost infinite combination of stackable rings to the colorful Capri collection, Pomellato jewelry...
Category
20th Century Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Brass
"Ostrich Feather Tickler Attachment" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "Ostrich Feather Tickler Attachment" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1996 and continues to seduce BV collectors today. Fabricated using multiple l...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Iris Apfel Estate Personal Teacups And Plates Denmark Hand Painted Wildflowers
Located in New York, NY
From the personal collection of style icon Iris Apfel we have her Set of Six Hand Painted Danish Teacups and Dessert Plates with images of Wildflowers in the style of Royal Copenhage...
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20th Century Danish Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Cynthia Scott 18kt Gold Pendant with an Antique Gaming Counter, Made in Italy
Located in Logan, UT
Antique Gaming Counters are an incredible artifact of a time and lifestyle in which every detail in life was elevated to the highest luxury. To ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Moxi Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The MOXI Cocktail Ring is impossibly detailed, forming delicate webs that all at once seem half biological, half geological and all otherworldly.
Thin ribs and loops seem to grow aro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
K. Brunini Sterling Silver Salt Cellar
Located in Solana Beach, CA
A beautiful addition to any table is the salt cellar in sterling silver with gold plated interior from K. Brunini’s Object d’Art collection. This is sold as a single item and is com...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Objets d'Art and Earrings in 18kt Gold Silver Aquamarine and Pearls Art Object
Located in Athens, GR
This one of a kind sculpture made from silver and marble designed to hold perfectly the 'Blue Sea' Earrings and together to be a striking Art Object. You can choose two of the three ...
Category
2010s Greek Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Aquamarine, Pearl, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold
Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Engine Turned Money Clip with Enamel Skull
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London
Need to slickly access cash and cards? A money clip is the easiest way to access the Benjamin’s, greenbacks or Shekels without keeping th...
Category
2010s British Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Pendant Necklace Coated in Black Gommato
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The HEXA S Pendant is FLOWEN's signature statement piece.
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver, PVD-Coated
Table Clock Gold White & Black Diamonds Jet Erwin Sattler Movement Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Pendant Necklace in Black Ruthenium and Diamonds
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The HEXA S Pendant is FLOWEN's signature statement piece.
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combina...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Moxi Cocktail Ring in Black Ruthenium with Blue Diamonds
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The MOXI Cocktail Ring is impossibly detailed, forming delicate webs that all at once seem half biological, half geological and all otherworldly.
Thin ribs and loops seem to grow aro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The HEXA S Pendant is FLOWEN's signature statement piece.
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Aoda Studs and Earjackets in Rose Gold and Grey Diamonds
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The AODA Studs and Ear Jacket Earrings are intended to recall fossils or futuristic organisms. The intricate geometry radiates a 3 dimensional suspended sculpture when worn.
These vi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold and Diamonds
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The HEXA S Pendant is FLOWEN's signature statement piece.
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combina...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
K. Brunini Twig Sterling Silver and Tahitian Pearl Salt Spoon
Located in Solana Beach, CA
From the K. Brunini Object d'Art collection comes this nature-inspired and uniquely designed collectible to grace your table top.
An heirloom for the table, or accent to the K. Brun...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Black Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Arco Pendant Necklace in Black Gommato and Diamonds
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ARCO S Pendant belongs in FLOWEN's Specimens taxonomy.
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, PVD-Coated, Sterling Silver
Deakin & Francis Travel Size Bulldog with Cigar Shoehorn
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London
Our Travel Size Luxury Shoehorns are made from the finest cow horn and are approximately 13 inches long and are finished off with a charming bulldog head.
Cleaning instructions...
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2010s British Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Base Metal
18 Karat Gold Flower Miniature Precious Berries by MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gold floral compositions with precious or semi-precious stones or enamel became popular at the turn of the 20th century in Europe and Russia. Especially Imperial families and nobilities collected or gifted to important people.
The flowers are carved from cacholong —Russian milky opals — look so tender and natural.
Berries are skillfully cut from citrine and garnets. Golden stems are carved lively and embedded with rare Ural demantoid garnets. Fresh nephrite leaves are carved by hands. The intricate dewdrop is intricate.. embedded with diamonds.
On a green jasper ground, a lucky ladybug made of gold, rubies and black diamonds is enjoying the moment.
Perfectly expressed in the precious metal and stones by skillful craftsmen of MOISEIKIN®, the pleasant memory will not fade away.
This flower miniature is one of Precious Berry Collections and another piece is possessed by a known royalty who collects flower...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Jade, 18k Gold
