Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
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Art Deco Pocket Flask Sterling Silver Enamel Egyptian Revival Camel Palm Tree
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING AND RARE ART DECO LARGE SIZE POCKET FLASK IN STERLING SILVER AND ENAMEL WITH AN EGYPTIAN REVIVAL MOTIF OF A CAMEL AND PALM TREE. This is a very special and rare po...
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Silver and Cut Glass Liquor or Whisky Flask
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful Art Deco period German solid silver and cut crystal liquor flask. With a removable silver cup that fits on the base, a swivel top silver cap, and strawberry field wheel ...
Silver
French Art Deco Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Liquor or Whiskey Flask by Chambin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine French Art Deco Flask by the Parisian jewelry maker and silversmith Albert Chambin. In cut glass and sterling silver with a removable cup, ...
Sterling Silver
Lovely Antique Cut Glass Crystal Decanter Jug Brandy Sterling Hanging Label 1974
Located in GB
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale sublime cut glass crystal decanter with sterling silver Brandy hanging label A good looking and decorative pi...
Sterling Silver
$680Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.5 in W 3.75 in
Cartier Silverplate Milk Jug Cocktail Shaker by Reed & Barton
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A distinctive and highly collectible silverplate cocktail shaker in the form of a classic milk jug, crafted by the renowned American silversmith Reed & Barton and retailed under ...
Silver, Silver Plate
Brandimarte 925 sterling silver large tulip wine glass
Located in Perugia, IT
925/ooo sterling silver tulip wine glass Manufactured by Brandimarte - Florence - Italy Made entirely by hand Weight g 226 Height 21 cm Base cm 7 Hammered workmanship has always bee...
Sterling Silver
$3,950 / set
H 1.46 in Dm 1.86 in
Set of 12 Tiffany & Co Art Deco Sterling Silver Art Deco Shot Cups or Cordials
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 12 silver cordials or shot glasses. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Each shot cup with terrific streamlined design including a plunger foot, a tapered body, and...
Sterling Silver
George III Sterling Silver Creamer by Robert Hennell I
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A small, George III period, sterling silver creamer by London silversmith Robert Hennel I, with period monogram. The creamer features an intricate monogram under the lip which is lik...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,000Sale Price|60% Off
Rare Heavy 19th Century French Ruby Red Cut Crystal Clear Wine Liquor Decanter
Located in New York, NY
A Magnificent Rare 19th Century Gorgeous Red Cut Crystal Decanter with Peppermint Pattern stopper!! This Rare Decanter is Magnificently done in Red to ...
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Cocktail Jigger or Measure
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine sterling silver cocktail jigger. By Tiffany & Co. With a gold wash and stepped, conical sides. Model no. 22714 Simply a great Tiffany cocktail jigger! Date: Mid-20th Cen...
Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
$1,330Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 5.12 in Dm 4.73 in
Whisky Glass, Solid Silver, Moon , 1 Piece, Italy
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
K-over whisky glass are our latest creation. The value of this whisky glass lies on the innovative techniques that have been used in its production. As it can be clearly seen from the pictures, the surface of the K-OVER shines as the Moon. This innovative texture provides also a technical advantage: when you touch the cover, no fingerprint is left. The glass has been completely handcrafted by Marco Fedi, a Florentine master goldsmith. The production process took few weeks and the techniques used are spinning and engraving. This glass is produced in pure silver 999...
Silver
Antique Edwardian Equestrian Fox Hunt Cut Glass & Silver Liquor Flask
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique silver-topped cut glass hunting flask. With a narrow tapering cut glass body with a diamond pattern terminating in a screw-top integral s...
Silver
Thomas Wimbush Sterling Silver Leaded Glass Antique English Flask
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Gentleman's Sterling Silver and Leaded Glass Antique English Flask. Six inches tall with removable bottom to form a cup. Measures 6 x 3 x 1 inches. In ...
Sterling Silver
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany Sterling Silver Claret Ladle Twist Handle
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful sterling silver claret ladle Chrysanthemum (circa 1880) Tiffany's luxurious Chrysanthemum silver was designed in 1880 by Charles Grosjean. Wit...
Sterling Silver
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
Spanish Colonial silver coin 1714 rare silver coin with certificate
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautiful coin rare and very authentic, please look at the certificate for details. Will come with fast shipping and all the documents. WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar Jew...
Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Belt Buckles, R. Blackinton & Co. and Engine-Turned
Located in Westport, CT
This set includes two vintage sterling silver belt buckles, each measuring approximately 2.50 inches across. The smooth, gently curved buckle bears a three-letter monogram and is mar...
Sterling Silver
French Art Deco Glass & Silver Pitcher by Lagarde & Fortin
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A French Art Deco ewer or pitcher crafted from thick-cut glass and macassar wood with a stylised silver floral frieze. The piece was crafted by Lagarde ...
Silver
Sterling Silver Art Deco Water Pitcher, Early 20th Century, England
Located in New York, NY
A Refined Touch for Your Table or Collection Enhance your serveware collection with this sterling silver water pitcher, featuring foundry marks on the bottom to confirm its authenti...
Silver, Sterling Silver
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H 13.39 in W 4.34 in D 5.91 in
Stunning Brand New in the Original Box Georg Jensen Cobra Chrome Pitcher Jug
By Georg Jensen
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this brand new in the original box Georg Jensen Cobra Pitcher jug ...
Matching Sterling Silver Baluster Shape Pots
Located in London, GB
Matching sterling silver baluster shape coffee and hot water pots, with ebonised handles and finials, hallmarked Sheffield 1923, maker G&S Co LTD, measuring approximately 28cm in he...
Sterling Silver
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H 10.63 in W 4.34 in L 4.34 in
Lovely Antique Cut Glass Crystal Decanter Jug Port Sterling Hanging Label 1974
Located in GB
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this sublime cut glass crystal decanter with sterling silver Port hanging label A good looking and decorative...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Atlas Crystal Glass Champagne Ice Cooler Bucket
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Tiffany & Co. Crystal Champagne Ice Cooler Bucket from the Atlas Collection featuring an Art Deco Roman numeral motif and named after the famed Atlas Clock...
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H 0.88 in W 2 in D 0.15 in
English Art Deco Sterling Silver and Enamel Gin Decanter or Liquor Label
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful Art Deco period English sterling silver Gin bottle label. Perfect for the Modern Bar! With black and yellow enamel, this sterling silver label has etched decoration to t...
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Water Pitcher by Tiffany & Co. - American Sterling Silver - C 1914
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver water pitcher. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca. 1914. Curved and faceted sides, faceted foot, scrolled bracket handle, wide mouth with molded rim and spout. The...
Sterling Silver
TIFFANY & CO. Sterling Silver Water Pitcher, Circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Water Pitcher made by Tiffany & Co., New York, Circa 1920. The pitcher is hallmarked on the underside of the base with Tiffany's full complem...
Sterling Silver