The Art Nouveau era was from the late 1800's until the start of World War One, and differed to Victorian and Edwardian designs of the same time period, in that Art Nouveau jewellery often took its inspiration from nature having very free flowing somewhat natural designs as can be seen here in this lovely Art Nouveau era amethyst ring.
Made in 14 carat gold, at each end of the ring is the most beautiful floral design that adds such a wonderful element and charm to the elongated shape of the ring. Measuring 28.7mm in length, this ring accentuates the finger so well and sits perfectly on the finger.
In the centre is an amethyst that captures the light so well and on the sides of the ring there is the most beautiful engraved shoulders that completes the design and beauty of the ring so well.
Perfect for any time of the day or night, this antique ring from the Art Nouveau era will always look perfect.
Stock# ES9128
Circa: 1910
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Beautiful antique 14 carat gold Art Nouveau amethyst ring.
This antique amethyst ring was made in the early 1900's in 14 carat gold.
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 – 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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