Art Nouveau jewellery often has such a natural, feminine look to it, and this is evident in this gorgeous antique Art Nouveau locket dating from the late 1800's.
Made in 15 carat gold, the locket has the most beautiful face of a woman facing to the side which is highlighted by her wearing a necklace set with four rose cut diamonds and a further rose cut diamond "pendant". The diamonds total 0.03 carats and capture the light beautifully.
Measuring 18.5mm in diameter, inside the locket will hold two photos that once places inside will make this locket even more personal and cherished.
The Art Nouveau era was one that lasted a relatively short time, however its impact on jewellery is still felt and seen today, and this locket is a wonderful example of a beautiful era and style.
Stock# ET356
Circa: 1895
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Antique 15 carat gold Art Nouveau locket set with diamonds
The Art Nouveau era started in the 1890's and continued to the start of World War One in 1914. Whereas the Victorian era used a lot of symmetry, Art Nouveau jewellery started to use more "organic" styles as well as no longer being symmetrical. The term "whiplash design" is one that is often used to describe some Art Nouveau forms of jewellery.
With a style that is very feminine, Art Nouveau jewellery has a very soft, free flowing style. This has produced its very own distinct style and genre.
Materials and techniques not previously used before in jewellery making in Europe and the United Kingdom were now being used.
Enamelling was used quite extensively, and this was not limited to being used on "precious" metals such as gold. The use of silver became very popular as a metal to create jewellery that is still today breathtaking.
This included the wonderful enamelling technique of "plique a jour â“ a French term meaning "open to light" where the finished piece has transparent enamel held between the thin metal wires.
Other materials used during the Art Nouveau period was ivory, amber and blister pearls to name a few.
Some of the more famous jewellers of this period include Rene Lalique, Carl Faberge, George Fouquet, and Louis Tiffany. These were people who often did not limit themselves to just jewellery and from their factories produced some of the most breathtaking works of art in the form of lamps and lampshades, bowls and various other works of art.
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