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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Mary Gage American Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver Lily Pad Napkin Ring
By Mary Gage
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful Arts and Crafts napkin ring. By Mary Gage, the renowned early 20th Century American female silversmith. In sterling silver with stylized lil pa...
Sterling Silver
Antique German Butter Knife of Paul L.E. von Kleist solid 835 Silver / 71gr
Located in SE
This is a German butter knife of fancy design with hand-engraved ornament on a Gilt blade and a richly decorated handle. Made ca. 1900 -1920s it has hallmarks of M.H . Wilkens - a fa...
Silver
1852 Dutch Service Crumb Catcher Scoop solid Sterling Silver / 134 gr
Located in SE
Antique Crumb Catcher in solid 925 Silver decorated with hand - engraved floral ornaments. There are Dutch hallmarks confirming 925 grade Silver alloy and specific enclosed letter S ...
Sterling Silver
Porter Blanchard California Arts & Crafts Hammered Sterling Silver Pastry Server
By Porter Blanchard 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine, hand hammered sterling silver server by Porter Blanchard. Marked to the reverse: Porter Blanchard Handmade Sterling A superb piece of American Arts & Crafts Moveme...
Sterling Silver
Liberty & Co Sterling Silver & Turquoise Arts & Crafts Spoon
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
In terms of Arts & Crafts design, Liberty and Co in London are one of the most recognised names producing at the time. This sterling silver spoon was crafted in Birmingham and ha...
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Hand Wrought Sterling Silver Bowl with Serving Spoon by Lebolt & Co
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
There is something very charming about this footed oval bowl and matched sterling serving spoon by Lebolt and Company. The two pieces are hand wrought...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. 925 Sterling Silver Nut Candy Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal Type: 925 Sterling Silver Diameter: 4.50 inches Weight: 121.25 grams Silver Candy Bowl. The metal was tested and d...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Signed Storck & Sinsheimer Pseudo-Hanau Solid Silver Muffineer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine 800 silver muffineer. By Storck & Sinsheimer. Of a bullet form with rocaille embellished foot and a repousse decorated body and cover. The repo...
Silver
$950 / set
H 0.48 in W 0.87 in L 5.83 in
Set of 6 Antique Richard Garten 800 Silver & Dresden Porcelain Dessert Spoons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 6 antique silver & porcelain dessert (or possibly demitasse) spoons. By Richard Garten. In gilt 800 silver. With raised enamel jeweling to the Dresden porcelain han...
Silver
Allan Adler Salad Servers
By Allan Adler
Located in Darnestown, MD
Modernist set of salad servers by Allan Adler in sterling and ebony. Streamlined and elegant. Spoon is 13" in length; fork is 12 7/8". Very good condition.
Sterling Silver
Hector Aguilar Sterling Pie Server
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant and most unusual pie server by Hector Aguilar. The server measures 10 1/4 inches in length and 3 1/4" at the widest. The handle is beautifully thre...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Chrysanthemum Sterling Silver Fish Server w/Mono 11 1/8" #15320
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver fish knife or server by Tiffany & Co in the Chrysanthemum pattern with monogram. Monogram appears to be B The Chrysanthemum pattern, designed by Charles T. Grosjean...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Set of 3 Napkin Rings Satin Finish #18357
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Set of 3 Napkin Rings Satin Finish This beautiful set of 3 napkin rings by designer Tiffany & Co were meticulously crafted from sterling silver for a go...
Sterling Silver
$320Sale Price / set|20% Off
L 4.5 in
Marina J. One of A Kind Antique Sterling Silver and Baroque Pearl Spoons
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ultimate One of A Kind Antique Spoon set from Marina J. This set of six spoons features Vintage Sterling Silver and are all stamped on the bottom. Me...
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair of Antique Continental 12 Loth Silver Sugar Tongs or Nips
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique Continental sugar tongs. In 12 Loth silver. Origin likely Austria or Germany. The tongs operate with scissor action. They have starburst engraved decoration to each side and shell shaped terminals. Marked to one arm with a 12 Loth mark for silver fineness. Simply a wonderful pair of antique tongs...
Silver
Christofle French Sterling Silver 6 Piece Dinnerware Set
By Christofle
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Christofle silverplate flatware set, stamped with the classic OC Christofle hallmark and FRANCE, dates to the late 1930s through the 1940s. The marks correspond to Chris...
Sterling Silver
Antique Imperial Russian Silver & Cloisonne Enamel Spoon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Russian silver & enamel spoon. With polychrome cloisonné enamel decoration to both the front and reverse. Simply a wonderful piece of Russian sil...
Silver, Enamel
St. Lucia Souvenir Collection Silver Teaspoon
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
St Lucia Souvenir Collection Silver Teaspoon Length 4.37in / 11.1cm Width 0.90in / 2.5cm Weight 15.1gr PRADERA is a second generation of a family run busine...
Silver
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H 0.25 in W 1.38 in L 2.5 in
Old or Antique Arts & Crafts Hand Hammered Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Spoon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique sterling silver tea caddy spoon. Textured throughout with hand hammering. Simply a great Arts & Crafts design...
Sterling Silver