Revival Jewelry

Etruscan Revival Period Historical Context: Etruscan Revival jewelry rose to prominence in the mid-19th century (circa 1860s–1880s), inspired by the discovery of ancient Etruscan tom...

A pair of unusual and fancy Ebba von Brahe Swedish dangles featuring a mix of large natural Blue Sapphires, Diamonds, Gold, and patinated Silver. Parts in Silver, 14K and 18K Gold. H...

Robert Goosens, the French haute-couture Chanel-favorite parurier who enjoyed reinterpreting ancient and antique styles of jewelry with rock crystal and faux stones, also collaborated with Madame Alix Gres. Relevant to this statement necklace, the Parisian theatrical-costume designer, who founded the French fashion-house Maison Gres, commissioned Goosens to make spiral-wire adornments for her couture gowns. This handmade hammered brass wire choker necklace with five dropped en-tremblant pendants is decorated with unique colorful beads and wrapped wire. The piece dates between 1969-1971 based on similar unsigned spiraled-wire metal jewelry without goldsmithing marks in the museum collection of TheMet (see our photo), which acquired it from Maison Givenchy founder Hubert de Givenchy, who was one of most supportive fans of Gres. Like the legendary sculptural clothing designs of Madame Gres, this necklace was inspired by Greco-Roman costumes, while its sculpted shapes by Goosens reference her signature curvilinear fabric techniques that earned her the sobriquet of "the master of the wrapped and draped dress". Goosens (1927-2016), nicknamed Monsieur Bijou, also made jewelry inspired by other periods of antiquity to compliment the couture clothing of Coco Chanel, Cristobal Balenciaga, Elsa Schiaparelli, Christian Dior, and Yves Saint Laurent. After Goosens collaborated with Gres, he revisited golden spiral designs with Saint Laurent. Similar to the free-flowing fabric manipulated in Gres gowns, this hand-shaped necklace that we photographed in sunlight is a study in motion that drapes across a curvy cleavage. Adding drama to this necklace below its wire choker, the top teetering-wire pendant is a twisted and hammered horizontal double spiral, which is a Hellenistic symbol of life and transformation suggesting the breasts of a goddess of fertility and motherhood. Yet distinctly Goosens, 18 hand-cut and hand-dyed "ancient-Roman-blue" rock-crystal beads are wire-strung to weight a second tier of two separate vertical double-spiral pendants. On each, a wrapped-wire tube divides the blue beads. Between these vertical pendants in two tiers, the central vertical pendants each feature a one-of-a-kind multicolor bead (yellow/blue/red/black/white) in two lengths with abstract organic patterns recalling ancient Italian glasswork. Four more blue beads bracket these larger colorful beads. An additional 10 blue beads and 5 wire tubes decorate the bottom looped wire pendant, as well as the bottom of the wire choker. Like the hammered-wire jewelry designs of modern artist Alexander Calder, the creative complex construction of this necklace surprisingly required no metalsmith techniques, such as soldering or casting, just great skill with a jewelry pliers and hammer. For a bigger picture of couture clothing by Madame Gres during the decade beginning in 1969, she notably designed many museum-collected one-color silk-taffeta draped long gowns with empire waists and simple high collars or geometric cut-outs. Remarkably, the focal points for some of these unique dresses were at the wrists, from where long pouf sleeves voluminously droop around the hands to nearly the floor like two enormous long-petaled flowers. If paired with this equally downward-focused and balanced necklace from this same period, its bold Greco-Roman elements would have pulled a viewer's gaze of the dress from floor to face. Although there is no significant provenance for this necklace, hammered brass and tinted rock crystal were among the few materials repeatedly associated with Goosens from 1969-71. For example, in his overlapping interior-decor collections based on themes of waterlilies or foliage, Goosens hammered gilt brass wire and sheets (see our closeup photo) to represent plant parts or he wired rock-crystal beads to appear as tiny fruits. While the two multicolor glass or resin beads in this necklace are atypical, the combination of blue, yellow and red is a palette that the designer used for other pieces of rock-crystal jewelry and he created many kinds of multicolor faux stones with glass or resin paste, such as faux Tibetan turquoise including black and white. According to journalism based on interviews with Goosens, he often acquired unusual stones and glass for inspiration during his extensive travels exploring museum-collected antiquities. Since Maison Goosens was acquired in 2005 by Maison Chanel, it opened the Parisian showroom Galerie Goosens and associated shops to sell many kinds of reproductions and reimagined works by the founder, which fortunately does not suit the completely handmade elements of this necklace. So this couture piece remains one-of-a-kind. If desiring a vintage haute-couture original by Robert Goosens, we recommend perusing the Maison Goosens website so that a reproduction with a contemporary signature is not mistakenly purchased. Madame Gres (1903-1993) was born Germaine Emelie Krebs, but initially identified her fashion designs with the pseudonym Alix and later Alix Barton...

A set of 12 fine antique Russian silver and niello spoons. By Levin Stepan Kuzmich. Each with niello floral decoration to the reverse of the bowl. Simply a great set of Russian spoons...

Egyptian Revival gilt metal and black bakelite double sphinx open bangle bracelet. Maison Denise. 1960's France. Very Good Condition. Height .50", Interior 7.50".

A fine antique Austrian rock crystal, silver, and enamel pricket candlestick. In the Renaissance Revival style. With sections of rock crystal joined by silver (and one brass?) bands. The metal bands have finely detailed blue enamel decoration throughout. Apparently unmarked. Simply a wonderful rock crystal candlestick! Date: Mid to Late-19th Century, or earlier. Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with no repairs noted. Condition Details: There are some losses to the enameling, some bends & indentations to the silver pricket...

French Eygptian Revival Scarab Pendant in patinaed and painted celluloid on silk cord with tassel. Pendant 2.4", Cord 30", Tassel 4". 1930's France. ...

This wonderful pair of 1950's clip on earrings, made up of daisy studs with claw set sugar pink rhinestone centres and metallic silver and gold leaves, with gold heart droplets with ...

Graceful 18k Ruby & Diamond Two-Tone Drop Hook Earrings Elevate your elegance with our exquisite dangle earrings, meticulously crafted in the rich allure of 18k white & yellow gold....

This stunning pair of earrings feature to fine malachite relief carvings portraying busts of young women in the Greek Revival taste. The cameos are mounted in wavy gold mounts within outer frames decorated with 20 fine oriental pearl beads each. The earrings are designed for pierced ears but are fitted with an unusual and elegant clip mechanism. The clips on the reverse of the earrings are finely engraved. The malachite cameos...

Vintage Gianni Versace Hoop Choker. A versace collector piece! Feature Material: Metal Condition: Good Vintage Colour: Silver and Gold Period: 1990- Place o...

A fine Egyptian Revival stick pin. In 14k yellow gold. Set with an antique Egyptian faience scarab on a bent wire shaft with a button term...

This Miriam Haskell (1899-1981) brass-wire wrap coil bracelet that features handcrafted peacock-colored beads and decorative gold-gilt brass was created by her first designer Frank H...

A pair of antique earrings with bodies designed as chained discs or eternal knots in solid 18K Yellow Gold, with freely suspended drop shaped dangles. Each of three discs has volume...

A prime example of Holbeinesque Jewelry, this incredible piece of history features matching necklace and earrings highlighting over 32 carats of...

The 7th century Roman intaglio is set into the Castellani® Artemis designed ring. The intaglio is set under the bezel, as jewellers did intaglio and cameo rings 2000 years ago. The g...

This is an Egyptian fusion chalcedony blue bell necklace. Nouveau Boutique created this double strand necklace with faceted semi-transparent chalcedony and moonstone beads. The space...

An old 18K brooch dating from ca. early 20th century with an openwork crown decorated with eleven old European cut Diamonds set in Platinum, back sides open. Largest Diamond Ø 2.5 m...

This well crafted pair of Late-20th Century Roman Centurion coin*. tribute earrings feel as substantial in hand as they look on the ears. With a diameter of 7/8 of an inch and a dept...

Antique Egyptian Revival Gold Bangle: An alluring antique bangle depicting the Egyptian winged sun disk-- an ancient symbol of protection and divin...

A really striking Renaissance style set from the 1980s. Featuring vibrant and glamorous resin jewel colored cabochons in gilt metal with faux seed pearls. In very good vintage condit...

Classic Italian Bochic “Capri Pink Quartz & Gems Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pink Quartz, Oval Shape - 5.00 carats Natural Multi Appetite 4.00 carats This Ring is from...

A fine antiique intaglio pendant for a necklace. With an antique (and possibly ancient) intaglio carved agate or chalcedony bead. Mounted in a contemporary 14 karat yellow gold fra...

A pair of old drop dangles, Etruscan styled with granulation decorations affixed to metal base and suspended chained balls. Not hallmarked,metal tested above 18K, likely 20 -21K Go...

A very fine pair of 14k gold post earrings. With a square smooth chrysoprase cabochons center set and framed by four small, round white pearls at ...

Bochic “Capri” Multi Color Sapphire Clip on Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Multi color round brilliant sapphires - 9 Carats Colors: Green, Yellow, Blue, Pink, Orange, Rose Roun...

Exotic massive glass beaded Etruscan style pendant necklace The ornate artisan necklace is embellished with a cluster of amethyst color translucent glass beads juxtaposed with aqua blue opaque glass beads The glass beads are wired onto a hammered gilt metal huge pendant. The base of the pendant is designed with a row of amethyst color dangling bohemian glass beads; accented with scrolled coiled hammered embellishments The dramatic Etruscan style necklace...

Journey to the Past A spectacular pair of 19th Century Etruscan Revival earrings, 1860 ca They boast the magnificent workmanship of the era, solid 18 KT gold substantial weight of 15...

An 18 kt yellow gold, solid ring with a retro style but contemporary dimensions. The stone is a green Amethyst, its name in gemology is Prasiolite. It has a light green color with a ...

These vintage gold statement earrings were made by Les Bernard in the 1980s. The etching and sculptural details are a marriage of Etruscan and Pre-Columbian jewelry styles. I love that each individual drop and charm connects...

Dangle drop earrings designed by Mario Buccellati. Very elegant pair of colorful dangles drop earrings, created in Milano Italy by the jewelry house of Buccellati. These everyday ea...

Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 41.2 grams An incredibly rare and beautiful Egyptian Revival piece with a large center scarab. Enamel work ...

Rare Vintage Chanel glass necklace made of white and black faux pearls in gold-tone metal. Accented with strass. Year: 1985 Signed. Condition: ...

A fine antique, small-scale rectangular dresser box. In 800 silver. By the German silversmiths Storck & Sinsheimer of Hanau, Germany. With a conforming, hinged lid and repoussé de...

- 30" chain - Pendant measures 1.75" x 2.5" - Gold tone - Resin accent - Signed Hollycraft - Circa 1960s - Good vintage condition

THIS IS A STUNNING EGYPTIAN REVIVAL BRACELET DATING TO THE ART DECO PERIOD WITH MAGNIFICENT IMAGES IN GUILLOCHE ENAMEL OVER STERLING SILVER - A RARE MUSEUM QUALITY BRACELET AND DATING TO CIRCA 1910-1930! This bracelet is truly magnificent. And it is so rare to find these Egyptian Revival jewels. There are 4 oval enamel panels featuring images of ancient Egypt with Pharoahs, Heiroglyphics, Birds and more. These are beautifully done on guilloche sterling silver with cream colored backgrounds. They have lovely royal blue borders. The oval links alternate with round links with black enamel. This bracelet dates to the Art Deco period, circa 1910 - 1930. During the 19th century, the discoveries of ancient archaeological finds influenced and brought on what is referred to as "archaeological revival jewelry...

This brooch was created in the second half of the 19th century in the Neo Gothic taste. We see the profile bust of a lady wearing a bonnet. The portrait bust is executed in raised enamel over a red background executed in Guilloché technique. To the right of the portrait we see three square gold frames...

An antique Italian micromosaic and gold brooch-cum-pendant and earrings suite. The pendant has a gold bale, with granulated Etruscan style work, the central micromosaic features Cupi...

Cocktail ring designed by Monica Rossi for Anaconda. Beautiful piece, created in Milano Italy by the famed jewelry designer Monica Rossi. This unusual ri...

A pair of dangling earrings made of 9 Kt gold and 18 Kt Gold in the upper hook part. The central part of the earring is composed of Prasiolite ( variety of Amethyst ) faceted round ...

A lovely piece of jewelry from the early 1940’s can be worn as a pendant or brooch. A Renaissance Revival piece, notable for its swooping golden line, organic forms and decorations t...

This finely made hand-crafted sterling silver gothic ring is detailed with studs and curved edges. Edgy in appearance but comfortable to the wearer, it is ring size 8-8.5. The ring, ...

Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A sparkling pave diamond set gothic style cross in 14K yellow gold. Set with 31 diamonds weighing a combined 0.90 carats. Grading as G color, SI clari...

You are looking at a gorgeous and very well made vintage strap bracelet that was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold featuring a magnificent Victorian reviv...

Yves Saint Laurent tapered rich gilt textured cuff bracelet. Appliqued with a three dimensional sculpted bow. Maison Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. Excellent Co...

Castellani’s Prehistoric bracelet is designed using the Ancient motif of concentric circles. Many Ancient civilizations created jewellery using this spiral of metal. In the circa 186...

A Victorian gem-set Holbeinesque pendant, to the centre a cabochon emerald set between four octagonal-cut garnets surrounded by an oval yellow gold moun...

Venetian Purple Murano Glass Antique / Gothic Style Pendant Vintage - made 20+ years ago Carved Image of Crucified Cross - associated with Greek mythology of Faith Sterling Silver 92...

Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphires & Black Star Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Black Star Sapphire Oval shape - 5 carat Multi color Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka 5 cara...

Old Norwegian Silver Bowl in Neo - Rococo shapes on three carved legs, engraved 30.10 .1919 and monogrammed R. K or K. R Norwegian hallmarks confirming Silver 830- 925 alloy,marks ...

Stunning example of Etruscan Revival craftsmanship, this 15k antique Victorian locket is substantial in size with exquisite details. The center boasts a beautiful rose gold locket door with etched floral motifs. The detail continues on to the ail and the raised gold ball design that surrounds the outside border of the piece. We love this one on an antique guard chain...

Exquisite Vintage Signed Papa George Lebanon silver fob /charm bracelet with a wide linked chain with 4 fobs /charm with fine Etruscan style applied wire a...

Capture the essence of 1990s luxury with this rare and iconic Gianni Versace gold-tone charm bracelet. Designed during the peak of the supermodel era, this statement piece features a...

Circa 2000s, 18k, by Neil Lane, American. At almost 3 inches long, these colorful Neil Lane earrings stylishly redefine the term "Chandelier". Fantastically Renaissance-inspired, t...

This is a Lapis Lazuli multi-strand necklace from Turkey. Four strands of small beads connect with three large silver sections with composite mineral inlays and worked silver patter...

New York City designers Delizza & Elster created this eye-catching sparkly colorful chunky heavy six-link gunmetal bracelet in the late mid-century. ...

This is an absolutely incredible Czech Neiger Brothers Snake and Seahorse Dragon Egyptian Revival Art Glass Pendant Necklace dating to the Art Nouveau period. The fabulous Max Neiger jewel from Czechoslovakia made at the turn of the century has magnificent animal motif designs with a fabulous snake on one side of the pendant and a seahorse-dragon on the other. The pendant hangs from a black cord necklace and is further adorned with green Peking Glass beads...

Iconic 22k yellow gold necklace by Ilias Lalaounis, one of the most prominent Greek designers to date. The necklace is featuring 21 element with a flower and a dangling acorn or bull...

Louis Rousselet Etruscan revival gilt filigree double tassel earclips. The chain tassel is enhanced with multi color faceted crystals. 1930 France. Excellent Condition, clip back f...

A fine Etruscan Revival style necklace. By the New York City Modernist female goldsmith Resia Schor. In 14k gold. Set with an alternating series of rou...