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 Style 2.70 TCW Diamond 14K White Gold Dress Watch By Bulova
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco style 2.70 TCW diamond 14K white gold 23 jewel Bulova ladies dress watch 20th Century Length: 6.75 inches Case: 17mm Movement: 23 jewel, manual winding, in working c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco Ladies Velmot Wrist Watch Diamond Antique Original 1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Art Deco Ladies Velmot Wrist Watch Diamond Antique Original 1930's Runs Great and Keeps Good Time Had on My Desk for 2 Days, Tracking the Time Incredible Engraving on Bra...
Diamond
Elgin 14K Ladies Wrist Watch 1920's Mint Engraved Flowers French Cut Sapphire
By Elgin
Located in Dearborn, MI
Elgin 14K Ladies Wrist Watch 1920's Mint Engraved Flowers French Cut Sapphire Deco Mint Condition Runs Great and Keeps Good Time 14K White Gold Case Case Number 28041 2 French...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Standard Watch Co. Hunter's Gold Plated Pocket Watch with Engraved Detailing
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable Hunter’s pocket watch by Standard Watch Co., crafted in America circa 1920, is a stunning example of early 20th-century horology and refined craftsmanship. The case i...
Gold Plate
Lanvin Montre Argent Bois Manuelle 1970s Silver Wood Manual Wrist Watch Bracelet
Located in PARIS, FR
Lanvin wristwatch, circa 1970, in solid 925 silver and dark wood; manual-wind movement, graduated silver bezel, and wide cuff-style ribbon bracelet. Diameter (excluding crown): 2.2 c...
Silver
Patek Philippe Gübelin 3555G 18K White Gold 27mm Square Watch Rare Vintage 1960s
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Gübelin 3555G 18K White Gold Vintage Square Watch 1960s Rare Signed Dial White Gold Box Included An exceptional and highly collectible vintage timepiece, this Pate...
18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum Case Ladies Watch with Blue Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this beautiful Art-Deco style ladies watch. The bracelet is made in Italy by Uno a Erre. This exceptional piece of jewellery has a platinum case and a white gold bracelet, g...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Ladies Engraved Watch Stretch Band Strap 12K White Gold Filled 1920's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Art Deco Ladies Engraved Watch Stretch Band Strap 12K White Gold Filled 1920's-1930's Incredible Filigree Stretch Watch Band Beautiful Engraving Incredibly Flower 12K White Gold...
Gold-filled
Boucheron Montre Reflet 29.5 mm Quartz Full Steel iconic Reflet PM Wrist Watch
By Boucheron
Located in PARIS, FR
Boucheron Reflet watch, small size or "29.5 mm" (case height), by Boucheron, quartz movement, steel case, plain ecru dial with gold-tone (or pos...
Steel
$7,000Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage Ladies Omega 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Watch with Florentine Finish Bezel
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An elegant expression of timeless Swiss craftsmanship, this vintage ladies' Omega wristwatch is expertly crafted in solid 14-karat yellow gold. The sophisticated design features a di...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Gold Sapphire Lady Wrist Watch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a stunning Art Deco lady wrist watch designed by Van Cleef & Arpels in 1940s. The piece is crafted in 18K gold and adorned with sapphires. It is an elegant and iconic acc...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ladies Watch, circa 1925
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular Art Deco Tiffany & Co. platinum and diamond wristwatch, dating to approximately the 1920s and embodying the glamour, precision, and geometric elegance of the period. Th...
Diamond, Platinum
$10,321Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Omega Diamond Quartz Watch in 14K Yellow Gold with Bark-Textured
By Omega
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Elegant and distinctive, this vintage Omega ladies' quartz wristwatch is crafted in solid 14 karat yellow gold and showcases Omega's timeless commitment to luxury and precision. The ...
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Precision Ladies Art Deco Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Precision / Reference 4376 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm "Lug Tip to L...
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Elgin Rectangular Dress Watch
By Elgin
Located in Wailea, HI
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Elgin Rectangular Dress Watch From the owners personal collection An exceptional representation of mid-1930s American watchmaking, this vintage Elgin wristwatc...
Gold-filled
Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch
Located in valatie, NY
Waltham Size "O" 14KT Yellow Gold Triple Case Open Face Pocket Watch With Fleur de Lis Fob Pin. The case is hallmarked "WARRANTED 14K TO ASSAY" and "Leon W.C. Co.," these cases were ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Black Starr & Frost Diamond and Platinum Watch, with Longines Movement
By Longines
Located in London, GB
A Black Starr & Frost, Art Deco diamond and platinum cocktail wristwatch, featuring a rectangular off-white dial with cut corners, black Roman numerals, hands, and floral motifs, wit...
Diamond, Platinum
$16,444Sale Price|20% Off
Men's Vintage Omega 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This vintage men's Omega wristwatch is crafted in solid 14 karat yellow gold and showcases a sleek, refined design that reflects the understated elegance of mid-century Omega timepie...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Bulova 14k White Gold Diamond Hand-Wind Women’s Cocktail Watch
By Bulova
Located in New York, NY
This antique Art Deco Bulova women’s cocktail watch features a 14k white gold case accented with diamonds around the bezel and geometric shoulders. The si...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco
Located in Greer, SC
" Lady's dress watch by Omega measures 6.5 inches long. It weighs 13.3 pennyweights. It has a rectangular platinum case measuring 13.62 by 13.21 mm with bead set round diamond lugs. ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Glycine 4.41tcw Diamond Handwind Ladies Watch
By Glycine
Located in New York, NY
Elegant antique Art Deco ladies wristwatch by Glycine crafted in platinum and set throughout with diamonds. The rectangular case is framed by baguette cut diamonds along the sides an...
Diamond, Platinum
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tonneau / Reference 9507 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm "Lu...
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Universal Geneve 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold Chronograph circa 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Universal Geneve Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Reference 52217 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
14k Gold
Vacheron & Constantine Platinum Art Deco Pocket Watch Dial by Stern Freres
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron & Constantine STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Open Faced Dress Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 42mm M...
Platinum
Antique Art Deco Diamond Emerald Round Mechanical Swiss Watch Mesh Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Case: Platinum - Mesh Bracelet, Clasp & Safety Chain: Silver - Diamond Stations: 14k White Gold Case Height: 50.4mm (1.98 in) counting from both ends of the emerald lugs Ca...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
Rolex Marconi Steel Extra Prima Art Deco Watch with Two Silvered Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex-Marconi STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 1768 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip...
Stainless Steel
Hamilton Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Rare Dial and Original Buckle 1928
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1928 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm "Lug Tip to Lug...
Gold-filled, White Gold
Gruen Art Deco White Gold Filled Watch Silver and Kiln Fired Enamel Dial 1920's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" ...
Gold-filled, White Gold
$19,197Sale Price|30% Off
Patek Philippe 1950s Yellow 18K Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron & Constantine 18Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron & Constantin STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm "Lug T...
White Gold
Rolex Silver Unicorn with Original Kiln Fired Enamel Dial circa 1920's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Unicorn STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shaped Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm "Lug Tip to Lug ...
Silver
Eszeha-Chopard Art Deco Diamond's Watch, Platinum Case, 14K Bracelet, 1920s
By Chopard
Located in PARIS, FR
Eszeha-Chopard Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch – Platinum, White Gold & Diamonds – Circa 1925 Rare and elegant Art Deco ladies wristwatch signed Eszeha-Chopard, dating from approxim...
Diamond, Platinum
Longines Art Deco Ladies Platinum & Diamond Bracelet Watch ~3.5ct Circa 1920
By Longines
Located in PARIS, FR
Longines Art Deco Diamond Bracelet Watch – Platinum & Diamonds – Circa 1920 Elegant Art Deco ladies wristwatch by Longines, crafted circa 1920 and beautifully combining fine wat...
Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Ladies Watch, French Case, Swiss Movement, Circa 1925
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ladies Wristwatch – French Platinum Case – Circa 1920–1925 Elegant Art Deco ladies wristwatch dating from approximately 1920–1925, combining a French...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1920's Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Platinum Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique 1920's Watch 1.20ct Brilliant Round Diamonds G-H Color VS-I Clarity Beautiful Blue French Cut Sapphires Platinum Case and Band Fits a 5.75 - 6 Inch Wrist 24 mm Wide Case 2...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Tank Americaine 1741 White Gold Automatic Watch 20 Years Service Edition
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Americaine 1741 automatic watch in 18K white gold featuring a 26mm x 46mm curved case with special service award dial displaying "20" via Arabic numerals at 9 and 3 o'cl...
White Gold
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Glycine Platinum Diamond Emerald Art Deco Wristwatch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Antique Art Deco Glycine Watch featuring a platinum case with a diamond shaped face and channel set emeralds and prong set diamonds on a platinum mesh ba...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Tissot Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original SIlver Dial circa 1940's
By Tissot
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tissot Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lug Tip to Lug Ti...
Gold-filled
Vacheron&Constantin Art Deco platinum 950, white gold & diamond watch, 1920s
Located in PARIS, FR
Vacheron & Constantin Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch – Platinum, White Gold & Rose-Cut Diamonds – Circa 1920–1925 Exceptional Art Deco ladies wristwatch signed Vacheron & C...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Cartier Jumbo Stepped Tank Gold-Plated Manual Wind Men's Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Cartier Jumbo Stepped Tank men’s watch pairs the brand’s recognizable rectangular Tank profile with a distinctive stepped case design. The gold-plated case frames a clea...
Gold Plate
Art Deco Platinum Hamilton Diamond Hand Wind Women's Cocktail Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco women’s Hamilton cocktail watch crafted in platinum and accented with sparkling diamonds throughout the case and bracelet details. The watch features a petite rectan...
Diamond, Platinum
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
Michael Anthony 14K Gold Swiss Quartz Watch with Diamonds & Sapphire
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant 14K yellow gold Michael Anthony Swiss quartz watch features twelve sparkling single-cut diamonds, prong-set around the dial for a refined touch. The watch showcases clas...
Quartz, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Onyx Wrist Watch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco diamond and onyx watch head set in newer triple-strand band of onyx beads with diamond spacers. Watch head is platinum. Spacer...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Box Hinge Extension for Antique Platinum or 18K Watch
Located in Dearborn, MI
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Box Hinge Extension for Antique Platinum or 18K Gold Watch Features 21 Genuine Natural Mined Antique Single Cut Diamonds includes Safety Chain and Clasp...
Diamond, Platinum
American Waltham Art Deco Pocket Watch, Circa 1980, Unisex, 59.42g
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This classic American Waltham pocket watch is a fine example of early American craftsmanship and timeless design. Weighing 59.42 grams,...
14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch, 2.25ct Diamond, ETA Movement, 1980
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This luxurious 14K yellow gold Lids watch features a high-quality ETA movement and showcases exceptional diamond detailing. The round case is framed with 30 round brilliant-cut diamo...
Diamond
14K Gold EBEL Art Deco Watch with 0.11ct Diamond Accents, USA 1980
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant EBEL watch is crafted in 14K gold and features a sophisticated design highlighted by a distinctive, decorative top. Set in a single row are nine sparkling single-cut dia...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Girard Perregaux Stainless Steel Chronograph from 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Girard Perregaux Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Reference 22209 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39m...
Stainless Steel
$8,943Sale Price|25% Off
Geneva 14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Diamond Watch, Circa 1980, 0.67ct
By Geneva
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This refined Geneva, Switzerland watch combines classic design with elegant diamond detailing. This beautiful timepiece features a sparkling diamond bezel adorned with 29 round full-...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
C.H. Meylan Brassus 18Kt Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch Hand Constructed, circa 1940
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: C.H. Meylan Brassus STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length "Lug Tip to Lug ...
15k Gold, 18k Gold
Wittnaur Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Wittnauer STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1050's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X Diamet...
Gold-filled
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster with Rare Black Dial From 1943
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Reference 3492 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1943 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm "Lug Tip to Lug Ti...
Stainless Steel
Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Curvex Art Deco Watch circa 1940
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Curvex / Reference 393 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm "Lug Ti...
Yellow Gold, Gold-filled
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Mechanical Wristwatch, Circa 1920s
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Art Déco, 1920 ca. Lenght: 16.5 cm Weight: 25.83 gr. Material: platinum, diamonds and sapphire. The rectangular dial with Arabic numbers and arrow hour markers to a broad b...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Croton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch with 17-Jewel Movement
By Croton
Located in Wallkill, NY
Croton Ladies platinum and diamond wristwatch, 17-jewel manual-wind movement. Measuring 13 mm wide x 26 mm, 6.25 in Long for a small wrist. In working condition. Be sure to check ou...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Panthere Vendome 8157907 27mm Diamond 18K Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Panthere Vendome reference 8157907 features a white Roman numeral dial in an 18K yellow gold case with an aftermarket double-row pave diamond bezel, on a matching 18K yellow ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Cartier, France Cal. 101 platinum bracelet watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco Cartier platinum backwind bracelet watch, featuring a white, rectangular face with Arabic numerals and blue steel leaf hands, signed "Cartier, France" at 12 o'clock and 6...
Platinum
Antique Art Deco Lucien Piccard Platinum & 7.18ctw Diamond Wrist Watch Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Platinum - Clasp Tongue is 14k White Gold Case Overall Height: 25.9mm (measured from both ends of the largest baguette diamonds attached to the case) Case Width: 17....
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Rolex Precision Ref.2636 Ladies 18K White Gold Mesh Bracelet Watch B/P
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications Brand: Rolex Model: Precision Reference: 2636 Movement: Rolex Caliber 1400 Movement Type: Manual Wind Jewels: 17 Case Material: Solid 18K White Gold (0.750) Bracelet: Original Integrated Solid 18K White Gold Rolex Mesh Bracelet...
White Gold
Cartier Vendome 878999 18K Gold Manual Gadroon Link 26m Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Vendôme ladies watch 18K yellow gold with a sapphire cabochon crown and a crisp white dial featuring black Roman numerals and blued stee...
Sapphire, Gold