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Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

ART NOUVEAU STYLE

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.

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Style: Art Nouveau
Antique Box natural Sapphire Blue Guilloché Enamel Gilt Sterling Silver / 125 gr
Antique Box natural Sapphire Blue Guilloché Enamel Gilt Sterling Silver / 125 gr

Antique Box natural Sapphire Blue Guilloché Enamel Gilt Sterling Silver / 125 gr

Located in SE

European early 20th century high - end Enameled Silver box of excellent quality with translucent Guilloche Blue Enamel decor on both sides and gilt interior accented with bezel set ...

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Early 1900s European Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold-filled

Antique European Cigarette case box solid 925 Gilt Silver / 155 gr
Antique European Cigarette case box solid 925 Gilt Silver / 155 gr

Antique European Cigarette case box solid 925 Gilt Silver / 155 gr

Located in SE

Early 20th century solid Sterling Silver cigarette case of excellent quality with engraved decorative pattern on both side, gilt parts and handy nail - catcher attached. Measurement...

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Early 1900s European Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver, Gold-filled

1923 Rosenthal Ariadne A.Caasmann Porcelain Figure Figurine
1923 Rosenthal Ariadne A.Caasmann Porcelain Figure Figurine

1923 Rosenthal Ariadne A.Caasmann Porcelain Figure Figurine

By Rosenthal

Located in SE

A Rosenthal figurine of Ariadne - daughter of King Minos of Crete from Greek Mythology. Minos put Ariadne in charge of the labyrinth where sacrifices were made as part of reparations (either to Poseidon or to Athena, depending on the version of the myth); later, she helped Theseus overcome the Minotaur and save the potential sacrificial victims. In other stories, she became the bride of the god Dionysus, with the question of her being mortal or a goddess varying in those accounts Beautiful over - glaze hand painted figurine of a nude in natural tones arranging a wreath of flowers on her head, gilded. Modelled by Albert Caasmann...

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1920s German Vintage Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

1932 Lennart's Jocker Baby Rattle Teether Toy Sterling Silver / 18gr
1932 Lennart's Jocker Baby Rattle Teether Toy Sterling Silver / 18gr

1932 Lennart's Jocker Baby Rattle Teether Toy Sterling Silver / 18gr

Located in SE

Great Sterling Silver Jocker baby rattle toy, hand - engraved / dated 1932 on one side and named Lennart on the other. This is a toy has four little rattles/bells attached that make ...

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1930s European Vintage Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Antique Art Nouveau Silver Gilt Chatelaine Box, Austria, c. 1890-1900
Antique Art Nouveau Silver Gilt Chatelaine Box, Austria, c. 1890-1900

Antique Art Nouveau Silver Gilt Chatelaine Box, Austria, c. 1890-1900

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is an antique Art Nouveau style silver chatelaine box. It comes from Austria with gilt inside silver box with iris motif on the lid. I have included a 19.25 inch sterling silver...

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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver, Gilt Metal

White Bluebell Tea Set Nephrite Silver Enamel Konforti -Handcrafted To Order
White Bluebell Tea Set Nephrite Silver Enamel Konforti -Handcrafted To Order

White Bluebell Tea Set Nephrite Silver Enamel Konforti -Handcrafted To Order

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

This sculptural tea service, titled "White Bluebell Garden", is a complete artistic composition that unites function and ornament through the language of nature. The set consists of ...

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2010s Israeli Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Jade, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vintage Alpo Kempanen Puukko Knife Steel Sterling Silver Birch Wood / 146gr
Vintage Alpo Kempanen Puukko Knife Steel Sterling Silver Birch Wood / 146gr

Vintage Alpo Kempanen Puukko Knife Steel Sterling Silver Birch Wood / 146gr

Located in SE

Nice Puuko type hunting knife hand - made by finish knife- maker Alpo Kempanen a couple of decades ago. Sheath and handle with integrated carved panels of Birch root wood. Opening of the sheath with mounted carved bone ring...

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1980s Finnish Vintage Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver, Steel

Antique Art Nouveau German Sunflower Cigarette Case
Antique Art Nouveau German Sunflower Cigarette Case

Antique Art Nouveau German Sunflower Cigarette Case

Located in Portland, England

A beautiful and rare antique German silver cigarette case with a sunflower repoussé and scrolling foliage decoration, with the name Dorothy engraved on the front. Dating to around 1...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

Art Nouveau Five Maiden Woman Evening Handbag Purse Unger Brothers Sterling Bag
Art Nouveau Five Maiden Woman Evening Handbag Purse Unger Brothers Sterling Bag

Art Nouveau Five Maiden Woman Evening Handbag Purse Unger Brothers Sterling Bag

By Unger Brothers

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS AN EXTREMELY RARE STERLING SILVER LADIES HANDBAG OF EXTRAORDINARY BEAUTY WITH THE FACES OF FIVE WOMEN MAIDENS WITH EXTRAORDINARY FLOWING HAIR THAT ENCIRCLES AND ENTWINES THE FIVE MAIDENS BY THE ESTEEMED MAKER UNGER BROTHERS. THE MESH SILVER HANDBAG HAS THE REPOUSSE SILVER DESIGN OF THE WOMEN'S FACES ON BOTH SIDES OF THE BAG. This is truly one of the finest Sterling Silver purses we have seen. The purse is hallmarked Sterling with a maker's mark. The beautiful mesh...

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Chaumet snake sapphire hairpin in 18k gold and horn, unsigned, animal jewelry
Chaumet snake sapphire hairpin in 18k gold and horn, unsigned, animal jewelry

Chaumet snake sapphire hairpin in 18k gold and horn, unsigned, animal jewelry

By Chaumet

Located in PARIS, FR

Chaumet snake sapphire hairpin in 18 karats gold. This Chaumet hairpin features a serpent motif coiling around the top. The serpent is crafted in gold, its head adorned with two rose...

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Early 1900s French Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18 KT Yellow Gold Lovers Key Chain
Carrera Y Carrera 18 KT Yellow Gold Lovers Key Chain

Carrera Y Carrera 18 KT Yellow Gold Lovers Key Chain

By Carrera y Carrera

Located in New York, NY

Carrera Y Carrera has built its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yellow g...

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1980s Spanish Vintage Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Royal Bouquet Candlestick Pair 18K Gold, Agate, Diamonds- Handcrafted To Order
Royal Bouquet Candlestick Pair 18K Gold, Agate, Diamonds- Handcrafted To Order

Royal Bouquet Candlestick Pair 18K Gold, Agate, Diamonds- Handcrafted To Order

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

This pair of “Royal Bouquet” Imperial candlesticks is offered as an individual commission from the Royal Bouquet monumental garniture and may be acquired independently or together wi...

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2010s Israeli Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Blue Sapphire, Jade, Emerald, Diamond, Carnelian, Agate, Silver, 18k Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Buckle Peacock Feather Piel Frères Polychrome Enamel Brass
Antique Art Nouveau Buckle Peacock Feather Piel Frères Polychrome Enamel Brass

Antique Art Nouveau Buckle Peacock Feather Piel Frères Polychrome Enamel Brass

By Piel Frères

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This outstanding Art Nouveau buckle in the shape of a peacock feather has been designed and executed by Piel Frères, Paris around 1900. An identical buckle is published in Vivienne Becker's book 'Fabulous Fakes', page 91, Grafton Books 1988. The same buckle, executed in silver, is published in 'Pariser Schmuck', catalogue of the exhibition of the same name page 275. That catalogue describes the buckle as ' a peacockfeather with short quill, the eye of the feather is represented by a kidney shaped blue glas cabochon on green green shimmering metal foil'. Piel Frères were an important firm of jewellers based in Paris, they are mentioned in the 3 volume enzyclopedic publication 'La Bijouterie Française ' written by Henry Vever.

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Early 1900s French Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Brass, Enamel

Antique Arts and Crafts Silver Plate Tiara Head Ornament
Antique Arts and Crafts Silver Plate Tiara Head Ornament

Antique Arts and Crafts Silver Plate Tiara Head Ornament

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This extravagant tiara in the Arts and Crafts taste was created out of silver plated copper in the last decade of the nineteenth century out of silver plated copper. The metal shows ...

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1890s English Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Royal Bouquet 18K Gold Tray & Six Goblets Agate, Hot Enamel-Handcrafted To Order
Royal Bouquet 18K Gold Tray & Six Goblets Agate, Hot Enamel-Handcrafted To Order

Royal Bouquet 18K Gold Tray & Six Goblets Agate, Hot Enamel-Handcrafted To Order

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

This “Royal Bouquet” tray and six goblets ensemble is offered as an individual commission from the Royal Bouquet monumental garniture and may be acquired independently or together wi...

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2010s Israeli Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Blue Topaz, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Carnelian, Agate, Enamel, 18k Gold

Rene Boivin 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Compact Case, circa 1940
Rene Boivin 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Compact Case, circa 1940

Rene Boivin 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Compact Case, circa 1940

By René Boivin

Located in New York, NY

René Boivin was born in February 1864 in Paris. An excellent designer and engraver, he began a career in the jewellery field at a young age. During the 1890s he purchased several workshops and established himself at rue St. Anastase. In 1893 he married Jean...

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1940s French Vintage Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

WMF Silverplate Dachshund Dog Figure Monumental 14 Inch Rare Circa 1880
WMF Silverplate Dachshund Dog Figure Monumental 14 Inch Rare Circa 1880

WMF Silverplate Dachshund Dog Figure Monumental 14 Inch Rare Circa 1880

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE WMF SILVER PLATE DACHSHUND DOG FIGURE IN A MONUMENTAL SIZE OF 14 INCHES LONG AND 7 INCHES TALL AND 3.5 INCHES DEEP, AND DATING TO CIRCA 1900. THE DACHSHUND IS A MUSEUM QUALITY PIECE AND IS EXTREMELY RARE. IT IS MADE BY THE ESTEEMED GERMAN COMPANY WMF. THE EXPRESSION ON THE FACE IS EXTRAORDINARY. THE MODELING IS MAGNIFICENT. THIS IS ONE OF THE FINEST QUALITY ANTIQUE DOG FIGURES...

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver Plate

Antique R. Blackinton & Co. Sterling Silver Floral Repousse Card Holder
Antique R. Blackinton & Co. Sterling Silver Floral Repousse Card Holder

Antique R. Blackinton & Co. Sterling Silver Floral Repousse Card Holder

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique American silver card holder. By R. Blackinton & Co. In sterling silver. With repousse stylized floral decoration to the front and wavy engraved patterns to both sid...

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Antique Art Nouveau Desk Top Seal Fluorite Fluorspar Silver Iris Initials E M J
Antique Art Nouveau Desk Top Seal Fluorite Fluorspar Silver Iris Initials E M J

Antique Art Nouveau Desk Top Seal Fluorite Fluorspar Silver Iris Initials E M J

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This unusual silver French desk top seal with a chunky violet fluorite handle has been handcrafted in 1895 ca. The fluorite fluorspar is set in a silver mount and decorated with iris...

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1890s French Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Fluorite, Silver

Art Nouveau Mirror Argentor, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Mirror Argentor, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Mirror Argentor, circa 1900

Located in Toronto, ON

Art Nouveau pewter Mirror, attr Argentor, Austria C.1900. The mirror of floral design, original easel and back. Height: 52 cm. Width: 32 cm. ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

Antique Austrian Jugendstil/Nouveau Silver & MOP Seal with Flowers & Lady's Face
Antique Austrian Jugendstil/Nouveau Silver & MOP Seal with Flowers & Lady's Face

Antique Austrian Jugendstil/Nouveau Silver & MOP Seal with Flowers & Lady's Face

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Austrian letter seal (or so-called Petschaft). In silver with traces of gilding and inlaid panels of mother of pearl. The body with an embossed woman in profile with long fl...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Gorham Art Nouveau Sterling Buckle, 1902
Gorham Art Nouveau Sterling Buckle, 1902

Gorham Art Nouveau Sterling Buckle, 1902

By Gorham

Located in Toronto, ON

Gorham Art Nouveau Sterling Buckle, 1902. Marks for Gorham Sterling and B1949 copyrighted with 1902 (year). Beautiful open floral nouveau whiplash des...

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Alvin Silver Overlaid Perfume Bottle
Alvin Silver Overlaid Perfume Bottle

Alvin Silver Overlaid Perfume Bottle

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Alvin silver overlay glass perfume bottle. With clear glass and art nouveau style silverwork, featuring 8 bouquets of daffodil or narcissus flowers with complementary design on stopp...

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Louis Comfort Tiffany, Art Nouveau Iridescent Favrile Art Glass Vase
Louis Comfort Tiffany, Art Nouveau Iridescent Favrile Art Glass Vase

Louis Comfort Tiffany, Art Nouveau Iridescent Favrile Art Glass Vase

By Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in Chicago, IL

A double extruded handled vase by famous designer, Louis Comfort Tiffany. This rare vase is a beautiful blue 'Tel el Amarna' color with iridescent highlights of green, purple and pin...

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1910s American Vintage Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

Faux Tortoise Shell Peineta with Blue Rhinestones, Spain, 1950s
Faux Tortoise Shell Peineta with Blue Rhinestones, Spain, 1950s

Faux Tortoise Shell Peineta with Blue Rhinestones, Spain, 1950s

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a faux tortoise shell peineta with six forks. This hair ornament, a large fan shaped decorative comb, has small blue rhinestones. Women in the Hispanic world usually worn the...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

Jade Centerpiece Bowl with Gold Vermeil Birds, Gemstone- Handcrafted To Order
Jade Centerpiece Bowl with Gold Vermeil Birds, Gemstone- Handcrafted To Order

Jade Centerpiece Bowl with Gold Vermeil Birds, Gemstone- Handcrafted To Order

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

This monumental decorative centerpiece bowl "Garden Of Songbirds" is handcrafted from richly polished natural green jade and adorned with sculptural ornamentation executed in 960 sil...

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2010s Israeli Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Citrine, Jade, Sapphire, 24k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Russian Art Nouveau Gold Enamel Pill Box
Russian Art Nouveau Gold Enamel Pill Box

Russian Art Nouveau Gold Enamel Pill Box

Located in New York City, NY

Rare and unusual Art Nouveau 14K two tone gold and enamel pill box. It features an enamel top with grape leaves motif around it; also features an intri...

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Late 19th Century Russian Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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18k Gold

Antique Sterling Silver, Enamel, & Glass Dresser Box with a Peacock for Gorham
Antique Sterling Silver, Enamel, & Glass Dresser Box with a Peacock for Gorham

Antique Sterling Silver, Enamel, & Glass Dresser Box with a Peacock for Gorham

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique German enameled silver and glass dresser box. With a stout cut glass body and a sterling silver lid. Made for and retailed by Gorham. The silver lid decorated with...

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique  Art Nouveau Evening Bag Silver Mesch Handbag on  Silver Chain
Antique  Art Nouveau Evening Bag Silver Mesch Handbag on  Silver Chain

Antique Art Nouveau Evening Bag Silver Mesch Handbag on Silver Chain

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This elegant silver handbag is made out of engraved silver and delicate silver mesch. The bulge of the bag is made out of silver and impressed, cut and engraved with flower, flower ...

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Early 1900s European Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

White Bluebell Liqueur Cup Nephrite Silver Enamel Sapphire-Handcrafted To Order
White Bluebell Liqueur Cup Nephrite Silver Enamel Sapphire-Handcrafted To Order

White Bluebell Liqueur Cup Nephrite Silver Enamel Sapphire-Handcrafted To Order

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

This sculptural liqueur cup, titled "White Bluebell Garden", is a refined expression of natural form translated into precious materials through the work of our family atelier. Concei...

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2010s Israeli Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Jade, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

“Flight of the Swan” Silver Vermeil Cup Holder Spoon Set- Handcrafted To Order
“Flight of the Swan” Silver Vermeil Cup Holder Spoon Set- Handcrafted To Order

“Flight of the Swan” Silver Vermeil Cup Holder Spoon Set- Handcrafted To Order

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

This elegant “Flight of the Swan” cup holder and spoon set is a finely handcrafted work of decorative art that combines traditional metalworking, gemstone car...

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2010s Israeli Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Jade, Malachite, 24k Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver French Vintage Cigarette Case
Silver French Vintage Cigarette Case

Silver French Vintage Cigarette Case

Located in Rome, IT

This item is an antique silver cigarette case with decorative engravings, likely dating to the Art Nouveau or Liberty period. Material: Sterling silver with embossing and engraving. ...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Antique Norwegian Pink Guilloché Enamel Belt Buckle by Marius Hammer, circa 1900
Antique Norwegian Pink Guilloché Enamel Belt Buckle by Marius Hammer, circa 1900

Antique Norwegian Pink Guilloché Enamel Belt Buckle by Marius Hammer, circa 1900

Located in Rotterdam, NL

A stunning example of Norwegian enamel artistry, this belt buckle was crafted by the esteemed silversmith Marius Hammer in the late 19th century and early 20th century. Featuring a s...

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Late 19th Century Norwegian Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Art Nouveau Silvered Belt Buckle in the Form of Peacock Feathers, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Silvered Belt Buckle in the Form of Peacock Feathers, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Silvered Belt Buckle in the Form of Peacock Feathers, circa 1900

Located in Rotterdam, NL

An elegant and beautifully crafted Art Nouveau belt buckle, designed as a pair of stylized peacock feathers, dating to around 1900. The buckle is composed of two separate halves whi...

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Late 19th Century European Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver Plate, Base Metal

Antique 19th Century Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Haircombs Yellow Gold Portuguese
Antique 19th Century Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Haircombs Yellow Gold Portuguese

Antique 19th Century Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Haircombs Yellow Gold Portuguese

Located in Lisbon, PT

Pair of 19th Century Art Nouveau Haircombs in Gold and Tortoiseshell, Portugal, circa 1880. A rare and exquisite pair of antique haircombs, crafted in lustrous tortoiseshell and crow...

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Late 19th Century Portuguese Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Diamond, Ruby, Spinel, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1918 Nordic Engraved Fruit Mini Puuko Pocket Knife Sterling Silver Steel/16gr
1918 Nordic Engraved Fruit Mini Puuko Pocket Knife Sterling Silver Steel/16gr

1918 Nordic Engraved Fruit Mini Puuko Pocket Knife Sterling Silver Steel/16gr

Located in SE

Old Fruit or Pocket Knife. Original Sheath, chain, hanger parts, and handle - all in solid high - grade Silver. The blade is made of rust/ stain Iron (that reacts with water). Silver...

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1910s Swedish Vintage Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver, Steel

Antique Art Nouveau Hair Pin Hair Ornament Garnet Horn Silver Gilt
Antique Art Nouveau Hair Pin Hair Ornament Garnet Horn Silver Gilt

Antique Art Nouveau Hair Pin Hair Ornament Garnet Horn Silver Gilt

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This lovely hairpin was created in the last decade of the 19th century in Bohemia which, at the time of the creation of this hair ornament belonged to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Bo...

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1890s Czech Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Garnet, Silver

Art Nouveau 14kt Expandable Lorgnette Glasses
Art Nouveau 14kt Expandable Lorgnette Glasses

Art Nouveau 14kt Expandable Lorgnette Glasses

Located in Narberth, PA

A spectacular lorgnette from the Art Nouveau (ca1900) period! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold, the piece consists of a pair of folding glasses encased in a breathtaking repousse lorgnett...

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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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14k Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Tiffany Studios NY Pine Needle Bronze & Slag Glass Pen Tray
Antique Art Nouveau Tiffany Studios NY Pine Needle Bronze & Slag Glass Pen Tray

Antique Art Nouveau Tiffany Studios NY Pine Needle Bronze & Slag Glass Pen Tray

By Tiffany Studios

Located in New York, NY

A striking bronze pen tray crafted by Tiffany Studios, this piece showcases intricate geometric patterns. The bronze material and caramel color slag glass gives it a warm, rich tone,...

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20th Century Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Bronze

Rare Design WMF Jugendstil Mirror, circa 1905
Rare Design WMF Jugendstil Mirror, circa 1905

Rare Design WMF Jugendstil Mirror, circa 1905

Rare WMF Art Nouveau Jugendstil Secessionist pewter Mirror, Germany C.1905. All original bevelled glass, back and easel, bracket cornice supports, stylised border with open arts and ...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

Art Nouveau Gold Plated Hat Pin
Art Nouveau Gold Plated Hat Pin

Art Nouveau Gold Plated Hat Pin

Located in London, GB

Art Nouveau ornate gold plated hat pin with a lovely rectangular top featuring floral and swirl decoration. The top measures length 5.35 cm / 2.1 inches by width 3.35 cm / 1.3 inches, and the pin is length 24.8 / 9.76 inches. The pin finishes with a push on gold plated end cap. This is a beautiful detailed Art Nouveau hat pin.

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Gold Plate

German Pforzheim 1917 Guilloche Enamel Round Box In .935 Sterling With Flowers
German Pforzheim 1917 Guilloche Enamel Round Box In .935 Sterling With Flowers

German Pforzheim 1917 Guilloche Enamel Round Box In .935 Sterling With Flowers

Located in Miami, FL

A guilloche enameled round box. An exceptional early 20th century enameled round box, created in Pforzheim Germany during the art nouveau period, back in the 1915-17. This beautiful...

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1910s German Vintage Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Gorham Antique Sterling & Crystal Art Nouveau Pocket Flask
Gorham Antique Sterling & Crystal Art Nouveau Pocket Flask

Gorham Antique Sterling & Crystal Art Nouveau Pocket Flask

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1910 Gorham Art Nouveau Aesthetic period Pocket / Hip flask, Molded Crystal with High relief flowers with a heavy High relief Sterling Silver bottom that is removable as the dr...

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Early 1900s American Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Centerpiece Vase Inspired by Alphonse Mucha-Handcrafted To Order
Sterling Silver Centerpiece Vase Inspired by Alphonse Mucha-Handcrafted To Order

Sterling Silver Centerpiece Vase Inspired by Alphonse Mucha-Handcrafted To Order

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

A ceremonial centerpiece vase crafted in the Art Nouveau style, created in tribute to the legendary Czech artist Alphonse Mucha, the visionary behind the iconic aesthetic known as Le...

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2010s Israeli Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Crystal, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Antique Art Nouveau Silver Plated Cigarette Case with Iris Flower Relief c.1900
Antique Art Nouveau Silver Plated Cigarette Case with Iris Flower Relief c.1900

Antique Art Nouveau Silver Plated Cigarette Case with Iris Flower Relief c.1900

Located in Portland, England

A decorative Art Nouveau silver plated cigarette case, beautifully embossed with iris flowers in high relief against a hammered background. The iris — symbol of faith, hope, wisdom, ...

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver Plate

Art Nouveau "Kroko" hair comb, tortoiseshell imitation, 1920s - Switzerland
Art Nouveau "Kroko" hair comb, tortoiseshell imitation, 1920s - Switzerland

Art Nouveau "Kroko" hair comb, tortoiseshell imitation, 1920s - Switzerland

Located in VALLADOLID, ES

Elegant celluloid hair comb with tortoiseshell imitation, made around the 1920s by Owalter-Obrecht AG in Mulmiswal, Solothurn, Switzerland, and signed with the “Kroko” brand. It fea...

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1920s Swiss Vintage Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

Antique Gilbert Sterling Silver Match Safe Vesta Case with Monogram #21300
Antique Gilbert Sterling Silver Match Safe Vesta Case with Monogram #21300

Antique Gilbert Sterling Silver Match Safe Vesta Case with Monogram #21300

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Antique sterling silver match safe/vesta case by F.S Gilbert & Co, with monogram. Monogram appears to be GHH This beautifully repoussed piece features an Art Nouveau design of scro...

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19th Century Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Sterling Silver

Royal Bouquet Decorative Bowl Plique-à-Jour Enamel -Handcrafted To Order
Royal Bouquet Decorative Bowl Plique-à-Jour Enamel -Handcrafted To Order

Royal Bouquet Decorative Bowl Plique-à-Jour Enamel -Handcrafted To Order

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

This sculptural decorative bowl is part of the monumental “Royal Bouquet” garniture, a work of contemporary atelier craftsmanship inspired by the traditions of Imperial European deco...

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2010s Israeli Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Carnelian, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Silver Card Case Aide Memoire Purse Birmingham 1908 William Haseler
Silver Card Case Aide Memoire Purse Birmingham 1908 William Haseler

Silver Card Case Aide Memoire Purse Birmingham 1908 William Haseler

By Haseler Brothers

Located in Toronto, ON

Antique Silver Card Case in form of Aide Memoire Purse, Birmingham 1908, William Hair Haseler. Art Nouveau elaborate border surround, monogram possibly H....

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Early 1900s British Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Silver

Black Opal Phoenix bird Carving for necklace Cobalt Blue 68 carats
Black Opal Phoenix bird Carving for necklace Cobalt Blue 68 carats

Black Opal Phoenix bird Carving for necklace Cobalt Blue 68 carats

Located in Berlin, DE

One of a kind piece - Black Opal "Phoenix" bird carved by Daniela L`Abbate, world champion of Opal carving opal origin - Australia opal weight - 68.85 ca...

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2010s Australian Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Opal, Black Opal

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Compact Box with Mirror - Micheletto
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Compact Box with Mirror - Micheletto

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Compact Box with Mirror - Micheletto

Located in Milano, Lombardia

This exquisite 1950s vintage compact box, crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, showcases the exceptional artistry of its era. Its exterior is intricately ador...

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19th Century Unknown Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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18k Gold

Antique Norwegian Guilloche Enamel Belt Buckle by Marius Hammer, circa 1900
Antique Norwegian Guilloche Enamel Belt Buckle by Marius Hammer, circa 1900

Antique Norwegian Guilloche Enamel Belt Buckle by Marius Hammer, circa 1900

Located in Rotterdam, NL

This beautiful belt buckle is a fine example of Norwegian craftsmanship from the renowned maker Marius Hammer, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century. The piece features vibra...

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Late 19th Century Norwegian Antique Art Nouveau Objets d'Art and Vertu

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Enamel, Sterling Silver