André Rambour French Art Nouveau Enamel Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau 18 karat gold and enamel pendant by André Rambour.
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
André Rambour French Art Nouveau Enamel Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau 18 karat gold and enamel pendant by André Rambour.
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Beautiful Art Nouveau Enamelled 18kt Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This French pendant is made of 18kt yellow gold and is decorated with enamel. The enamel process has existed since ancient times, it is a crystalline substance which vitrifies during...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Art Nouveau Enamel and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
NOTE:* This pendant reflects the iconic Art Nouveau gold and enamel jewellery designs of Liberty and Archibald Knox.
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Iris Flower Enamel Pendant Necklace 14k Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS AND RARE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A BEAUTIFUL PINK AND GREEN ENAMEL IRIS FLOWER IN 14 KARAT GOLD.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau 18K Gold Tourmaline Enamel Diamond Pendant, Circa 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Art Nouveau Tourmaline Enamel Diamonds Yellow Gold Pendant.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Masriera Art Nouveau Gold Enamel and Gem set Pendant Brooch
By Masriera
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 - 1990 Masriera of Spain 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch in the extreme Art Nouveau style as Masriera has been producing for over 120 Years.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
Edwardian basket flower enameled locket in 18k gold, Art Nouveau pendant
Located in PARIS, FR
Edwardian sentimental locket pendant in 18 karat gold. The round, hinged medallion is decorated with a platinum floral basket set with six rose-cut diamonds. It rests on a circular b...
18k Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Ruby Diamond and Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming locket pendant showcasing the fabulous decorative art we have come to associate with the Art Nouveau style and period.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Large Art Nouveau Antique Guilloche Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 This very large ornate 14K gold locket pendant is designed in Art Nouveau taste of the period.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Flower Leaves Iridescent Enamel Pearl Pendant Necklace 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS AND RARE ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE IN THE FORM OF A BEAUTIFUL PINK AND GREEN ENAMEL FLOWER LEAF DESIGN IN 14 KARAT GOLD AND ADORNED WITH PEARLS.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Natural Pearl Diamond and Enamel Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is an Art Nouveau 15ct yellow gold natural pearl and diamond pendant. The highly decorated, iconic Art Nouveau frame has a floriated design, composed of sinuous leaves and a dia...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Seed Pearl w/ Enamel Leaf Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ Light Yellow Enamel Work Weight: 3 Grams Chain Type: 16.5” - 0.4mm - Curb link - Spring Ring Clasp Pendant Height: 30.9mm (1.2") (approx. - includi...
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$2,047Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted Ruby Enamel Yellow Gold "Capitoline Wolf" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Pearl Grape Cluster Vine Enamel Pendant Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE ENAMEL JEWELS WE HAVE SEEN. THE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE IS IN THE FORM OF A CLUSTER OF GRAPES HANGING FROM THE VINE.
Pearl, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Art Nouveau Butterfly Pendant Brooch OMC Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful and rare early Art Nouveau Brooch Pendant in the form of a Butterfly.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Ruby Diamond Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Antique Princess Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a shield-shaped locket pendant centering a raised cameo of a princess with curling hair and crown Face is painted with opaque matte enamel - peach, pink, black, and green...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Woman Enamel Pendant of 14k Gold, Circa 1880
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Prepare to fall in love with this hand-painted Art Nouveau pendant, which is exquisitely crafted and in great condition.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Hedges & Co. Art Nouveau Diamond Enamel 14K Gold Antique Flower Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional gold flower with fanning curved petals painted with enamel Transparent iridescent yellow, pink, and purple in color, with orange enamel on stamen Displaying...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau 1900 Opalescent Enameled Orchid Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An art nouveau enamel Orchid pendant-brooch. An exceptional pendant-brooch in the shape of an orchid flower, created in America during the Art Nouveau period, back in the 1900.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Enamel Pearl Lavaliere
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau Enamel Pearl Lavaliere in 18k gold from the early 1900's. Lovely leaf design with gradient green to yellow enamel tones with natural pearls and Mississippi pearl drop. 1....
Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Flower Lily Pad Enamel Pearl Pendant Lavaliere Necklace 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
THE FLOWER AND LILY PAD ARE SET IN A GOLD SURROUND WITH LOVELY ART NOUVEAU DESIGN. THE PENDANT IS 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau 0.35 Carat Diamond, Enamel and 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Nouveau 0.35 carat diamond and enamel, 18 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our antique enamel jewelry collections.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Sapphire Ruby Diamond Enamel Flower Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE SAPPHIRE, RUBY AND DIAMOND ART NOUVEAU FLOWER MOTIF PENDANT IN 14 KARAT GOLD WITH FORGET-ME-NOT FLOWER ENAMEL ADORNMENT.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
$2,233Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style Ruby Enamel Yellow Gold "Horse" Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Enamel Goddess Woman Pendant Necklace Silver Antique Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare antique Art Nouveau Goddess Woman Enamel Pendant Necklace in silver.
Enamel, Silver
$1,861Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style Emerald Enamel Yellow Gold "Horse" Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
ART NOUVEAU pendant with enamel, pearls and rose cut diamonds 1.50ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
ART NOUVEAU 18k yellow gold pendant decorated with black enamel set with pearl and rose-cut diamonds totaling 1.50ct – G/H – SI detailed description: the dimensions of the pendant ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
OLIVER & BLOOMFIELD 1900 Art Nouveau Enamel Pansy Pendant In 18Kt Gold & Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
This is a colorful and very rare pendant-brooch, created in New York City by Richard Oliver & Bloomfield during the Art Nouveau period, back in 1900.
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Orchid Flower Pendant OMC Diamond Enamel Charm 14K Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU LAVALIERE PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A FLOWER OR ORCHID - SO STUNNING WITH THE MOST SPECTACULAR MULTI-HUED ORANGE, CREAM AND YELLOW DETAILED ENAMEL OF T...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Diamond Amethyst Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Antique Swan Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval cut amethyst measuring 13.0 x 10.0 mm - transparent medium purple Set in a twisted rope motif bezel with decorous swan and foliate motif surround Swans feature outs...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Albert Chambin Art Nouveau Gold and Enamel Pendant with Pansies
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An enchanting 18k gold Art Nouveau trilobed pendant. The design features delicate pansies with petals rendered in vibrant lilac and yellow-green enamel, set against a translucent bac...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Forget-Me-Not Flower Pearl Enamel Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL AND RARE BLACK ENAMEL FORGET-ME-NOT FLOWER ART NOUVEAU PENDANT IN 14 KARAT GOLD.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Pansy Heart Plique-a-jour Enamel Flower Pendant 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A LOVELY ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A BEAUTIFUL LAVENDER, CREAM, GREEN AND BLUE PLIQUE-A-JOUR ENAMEL PANSY FLOWER AND LEAVES IN THE CENTER OF A HEART.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Green Enamel Diamond and Natural Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
A lovely maiden, artfully sculpted in 18K yellow gold and translucent plique-a-jour green enamel, with long flowing golden tresses, dons a diamond tiara made of eleven rose-cut diamo...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Forget-Me-Not Flower Moon Pearl Enamel Pendant 14K Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU 14K GOLD PENDANT WITH A BEAUTIFUL LAVENDER, CREAM AND BLUE ENAMEL FORGET-ME-NOT, OR PANSY FLOWER WITH A PEARL CENTER.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Crane & Theurer 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Clover Pendant 14Kt Gold With Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful and unusual clover, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1905. This convertible pendant-brooch has been designed by the jewelry ...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Art Nouveau 9K Yellow Gold Blue Gem, Pearl and Enamel Floral Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
My favourite thing about this Art Nouveau 9K Yellow Gold Blue Paste, Pearl and Enamel Pendant is the beautiful enamel.
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Pansy Forget-Me-Not Flower OMC Diamond Enamel Pendant 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A BEAUTIFUL LAVENDER, CREAM AND BLUE ENAMEL FORGET-ME-NOT, OR PANSY FLOWER WITH AN OLD MINE CUT DIAMOND IN THE CEN...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Limoges Enamel Locket Pendant Maiden Hand Painted Necklace Antique
By Limoges 2
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare Art Deco - Art Nouveau Limoges Enamel Locket Pendant.
Enamel, Gold-filled
Crane & Theurer 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Pansy Pendant 14Kt Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian flower pendant-brooch designed by Crane & Theurer. Beautiful pendant-brooch, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1905.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Pink Enamel Flower Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold Pendant Or Brooch
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A BEAUTIFUL PINK AND CREAM ENAMEL FLOWER WITH A PEARL IN THE CENTER AND EXTRAORDINARY LUMINESCENT INDIVIDUAL STAMENS ...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Pendant Pink Enamel late 1800's with Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Flower Pendant from approx the end of 1800's Art Nouveau style with pink enamel center Diamond approx 0.25 carat G-VS flower size approx 1' inch. 14k Yellow Gold 11.1 grams ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Enamel Garnet Butterfly Moth Insect Pendant Necklace Rare 1900
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is mixed metals with a gold wash as is typical with the Art Nouveau enamel jewels.
Diamond, Sapphire, Garnet, Enamel
Art Nouveau Sapphire Diamond and Enamel Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful sapphire pendant dating back to the Art Nouveau era. The sapphires are a rare heart cut and possess a highly desirable rich blue tone.
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Rose Cut Diamond Lily Pad Pendant Amethyst Enamel Charm 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL ORIGINAL ART NOUVEAU PENDANT OR CHARM IN A STUNNING FORM WITH ROSE CUT DIAMONDS, AND AMETHYST, IN 14K WHITE AND YELLOW GOLD WITH A GORGEOUS TRANSLUCENT GREEN EN...
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Krementz Art Nouveau Diamond Agate Enamel 14K Antique Swan Pendant Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped agate cabochon measuring 13.2 x 16.2 mm Semi-opaque dark green, black, brown, gray, white, and beige in color Set east to west in a twisted rope motif bezel ...
Agate, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Edwardian 1910 Art Nouveau Enameled Wild-Rose Pendant In 14Kt Gold and Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian enameled convertible flower brooch. Beautiful wild-rose flower, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1910 This large convertibl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Plique-A-Jour Enamel Pearl and Diamond Flower Pendant
Located in Denver, CO
A single natural white pearl centers this diamond-accented plique-a-jour enamel flower pendant in translucent shades of green and pink, giving the petals an exceptional radiance. Th...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
.45 Carat Diamond Enamel Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Revival Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1970's Art Nouveau Revival style enamel and diamond necklace.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 1900s Enamel Art Nouveau Perfume 18k Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 18k yellow gold pendant for perfume use in art nouveau style with colorful enamel on pendant sides with a total 18k gold weight of 12 grams and 4.5 lenght hall marked 750 gol...
Art Nouveau Plique-a-Jour Enamel Diamond Platinum 18K Thistle Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized yellow gold thistle flower - fanning with pierced platinum whiplash foliates Body of thistle features plique-a-jour style enamel in intricately webbed recesses...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Antique Art Nouveau Diamond Enamel Pearl 18k Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique large 18k gold pendant with lady portrait in artnovo style with old european cut diamonds estimate weight of 4 carats H colour vs clearity and colouful enamel with large nat...
Art Nouveau Old Mine Diamond Pansy Flower Moon Enamel Pendant 14K Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU OLD MINE CUT DIAMOND 14K GOLD CRESCENT MOON PENDANT WITH AN EXQUISITE LAVENDER ENAMEL PANSY FLOWER.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Orchid Flower OMC Diamond Enamel Necklace 14k Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A BEAUTIFUL GREEN ENAMEL ORCHID FLOWER WITH AN OLD MINE CUT DIAMOND IN THE CENTER.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Pansy Forget-Me-Not Flower OMC Diamond Enamel Pendant 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT WITH A BEAUTIFUL LAVENDER, CREAM AND BLUE ENAMEL FORGET-ME-NOT, OR PANSY FLOWER WITH AN OLD MINE CUT DIAMOND IN THE CENTER.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Plique-à-Jour Enamel Pendant Necklace, 18KT Gold, Circa 1910
Located in Braintree, GB
An exceptional Art Nouveau pendant in 18KT gold, circa 1910, the profile of a young woman modelled in high-relief gold and set against a panel of plique-à-jour enamel worked with sty...
18k Gold
Art Nouveau 18K Gold Virgin Mary Pendant, Circa 1890, Austro-Hungarian
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful religious pendant is 1890 ca Rare find from the Art Nouveau period, having distinctive decoration of the era, it has been hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold, Austro Hung...
18k Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau 14k Diamond and Enamel Lady Locket Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful enameled locket from the Art Nouveau (ca1910) era!
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An exquisite, rare and fine Art Nouveau pendant in 18 carat gold, Circa 1900. 18 carat gold set with translucent varicoloured Guilloché enamel with a natural salt water pearl drop.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
W 0.87 in L 1.07 in
Heart Art Nouveau Dark Blue Enamel White Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By Fabio Ferrara
Located in Marcianise, IT
Example: Yellow, Green, Red, Black, White and more. This Pendant is inspired by Art Nouveau. We're a workshop so every piece is handmade, customizable and resizable.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An exquisite, rare and fine Art Nouveau pendant in 18 carat gold, Circa 1900. 18 carat gold set with translucent varicoloured Guilloché enamel with a natural salt water pearl drop.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Necklace in 14 Kt Gold with Enamels
Located in roma, IT
Early ‘900 14kt gold art nouveau necklace featuring colorful enamels and a multicolored butterfly centerpiece, finely crafted slab in Austria.
Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
W 1.29 in D 0.11 in L 3.14 in
Art Nouveau Style "Ver Sacrum" Champlevé Enameled Onyx and Diamond 1970 Pendant
By Berca Atelier
Located in Valenza, IT
A unique, extraordinaire and timeless pendant featuring hand enameled Champslevé Technique on Sterling Silver in a White Gold Onyx and Diamond Frame Setting: this original 1970 piece...
White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace with Gold Chain
Located in Berlin, DE
An impressive example of Art Nouveau jewellery. With a large baroque pearl ( 0.98 in; 2,5 cm ), enameled with 23 old-mine cut diamonds weighing 0,37ct. 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RIKER BROS Art Nouveau 14k Diamond & Enamel Repousse Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Riker Bros locket from the Art Nouveau (ca1910s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the front surface of this circular locket features the repoussé portrait of a beautiful w...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
LARTER & SONS Art Nouveau 14k Plique-À-Jour Diamond Cross Disc Pendant
By Larter & Sons
Located in Narberth, PA
Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the surface of this disc-shaped pendant is decorated with intricate plique-à-jour enameling.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
18ct gold & silver set Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch dated circa 1900 Five round opals with an articulated pear shaped opal drop, very well matched with lively play of c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
18ct gold & silver set Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch dated circa 1900 Five round opals with an articulated pear shaped opal drop, very well matched with lively play of c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Pendant Stained Glass Enamel in Yellow Gold 18 Karats
Located in PARIS, FR
Pendant stained glass enamel in yellow gold 18 karats.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Enamel Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in Lisbon, PT
An Art Nouveau naturalistically modeled pendant of a leaf in gold and enamel with baroque pearl details.
Pearl, Gold
Micah Antoni 18K Yellow Gold Ivory Enamel Cross Pendant
By Micah Antoni
Located in Nashville, TN
Meticulously crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, Micah Antoni’s Intricata pendant captivates with its sculptural, Art Nouveau-meets-Byzantine lattice framework.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s 12.00 Carat Star Sapphire, Diamond, Enamel and Pearl Pendant
Located in Carmel, CA
This lovely pendant was crafted circa 1930 and features beautiful enamel work, pearl, and diamonds around a 12.00 star sapphire. The piece is crafted in 18k yellow gold and it rests ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 4.14 in Dm 1.19 in L 29.93 in
Pendant, Buddha, Malachite, Enamel, Natural Pearl Tassel on Long Chain
Located in Munich, DE
Decorative art nouveau sautoir. An 18kt gold Buddha, in a dark orange enameled robe, sitting on a malachite ball, decorated with rose-cut diamonds and black enamel. The nicely swingi...
Diamond, Malachite, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Unavailable
H 2 in W 1.75 in Dm 1.75 in
Modern Plique-a-Jour Enamel Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This dragonfly design and enamel work is perfect and absolutely enchanting. This brooch also features a bail on top where a chain could be easily brought through and this could be w...
Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Large Art Nouveau Sterling & Enamel Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Large art nouveau pendant. Enamel pink flowers on a lime green guilloche enamel background.
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Unavailable
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.3 in L 2.5 in
Masriera 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire Dragonfly Pendant Brooch
By Masriera
Located in Redlands, CA
Masriera 18K Yellow Gold Sapphire Dragonfly Brooch/Pendant with Plique-à-Jour” and “Basse Taille” Fired Enamel. - 18K Yellow Gold - Diamonds (15) 0.12 carat total weight - G in Colo...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
W 1.89 in D 0.16 in L 2.33 in
Art Nouveau Masriera Plique-a-Jour Enamel Diamond Gold Religious Pendant
By Masriera
Located in Barcelona, ES
Christian pendant depicting the Sacred Heart of Jesus in yellow gold and plique-a-jour enamel surrounded by flowers in relief yellow gold and seven diamonds. Spanish Barcelona Hallm...
Diamond, Gold
Unavailable
H 1.15 in W 0.99 in
Art Nouveau Enamel Brooch in Yellow Gold 18 Karats, Plique a Jour Enamel
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Nouveau enamel brooch in yellow gold 18 karats.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
H 0.79 in W 1.38 in D 0.2 in
Art Nouveau Silver Enamel Pendant by Levinger & Bissinger circa 1905 Green Pink
By Levinger & Bissinger
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Nouveau Pendant by Levinger & Bissinger circa 1905 Silver Enamel Dalmatite Amethyst From 1904 on, jewelery designer Karl Bissinger and the jewelery salesman Emil Levinger prod...
Amethyst, Silver, Enamel
Unavailable
H 2.21 in W 1.58 in D 1.34 in
1800s Art Nouveau Miniature Ruby Flower Enamel Spring Bloom Tiffany Style Clock
Located in New york, NY
A Miniature Specially Designed Unique Art Nouveau 1800s French, Premier Butterfly & Flower “Spring Bloom” Enamel Tiffany Art of Enameling Style Full 4 Hand Painted Series Style Boudo...
Ruby, Brass, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
W 1.46 in L 2.72 in
Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold Plique-à-Jour Enamel, Pearl and Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Art Nouveau 18k Gold Plique-a-Jour Enamel, Pearl, and Diamond Brooch Pendant Gorgeous Art Nouveau Fine Jewelry Brooch Features Delicate Design w/ Gradient Colored Enamel, Seed Pearls...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Enameled Gold Lucky Charm Horse Shoe 13 Winged Wheel and Clover, 1900s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Style specifics: Late Victorian / early Art Nouveau - The subject of this piece, although typical 19th Century, announces the coming of the Art Nouveau style.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beautiful Art Nouveau Arts and Crafts Enamel Pin
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
18 karat yellow gold multi gem and multi color enamel Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts pin / pendant circa 1895.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Art Nouveau 14 Karat Diamond and Seed Pearl Enamel Flower Pendant Brooch
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique Art Nouveau 14k yellow gold diamond and seed pearl enamel flower pendant/brooch.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Plique Ajour Enamel Old Mine Diamond Pearl Lady Wings Pendant Brooch
Located in Antwerp, BE
This exceptional 18K rose gold Art Nouveau pendant as well as brooch truly comes to life through the complementary enamelling around the bas-relief chased profile of a nymph.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Masriera Art Nouveau Plique-a-Jour Diamond Gold Pendant
By Masriera
Located in New York, NY
The 18 karat gold pendant centers a woman's profile adorned with a decorative gold cap chased with Art Nouveau plumes.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Rare Secessionist Faience Pendant Light, Germany, 1900s
Located in BUDAPEST, HU
Pendant light with body made of enameled faience and decorated with gold ornaments. Germany, early 20th century.
Reeded Glass, Faience
Art Nouveau Plique-a-Jour Sapphire Diamond Gold Medallion Pendant
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Antique Art Nouveau Plique-a-jour 18 karat yellow gold Madonna pendant featuring a single row of invisible set calibre cut sapphires, blue enamel, rose and Old European cut diamonds.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Diamond and Pearl Pendant with Chain
Located in NY, NY
Exceptional Art Nouveau gold, light sea green Plique-a-Jour Enamel, diamond and seed pearl pendant-brooch with accompanying gold and seed pearl chain necklace.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
French Art Nouveau 18k Gold Chain
Located in Houston, TX
This elegant 18k yellow gold chain captures the sinuous lines of the Art Nouveau movement.
18k Gold
Art Nouveau Pendant Brooch with Poppy Flower Pattern
Located in Jacksonville, FL
This exquisite brooch which is highly detailed depicts a poppy flower pattern in 18k yellow gold, expertly enameled in a beautiful green color and decorated with Diamond, Ruby, and S...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
1900s Swiss Diamond, Enamel and Gold Pendant
Located in Carmel, CA
This mint condition Swiss Art Nouveau pendant from the early 1900s is as rare as they come.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 1.19 in W 1.19 in
Art Nouveau Orchid Brooch in 18 Karats Matte Gold, Edwardian French Brooch
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Nouveau orchid brooch in 18 karats matte gold, yellow and green colors, with a triangular shape and decorated with an orchid flower in full bloom centered with a green stone (gar...
Gold
Unavailable
W 0.99 in D 0.16 in L 1.86 in
1970s French Diamond Green Plique à Jour Enamel Brooch Pendant
Located in Valenza, IT
Stunning Art Nouveau style Brooch(it may be worn as a pendant as well): almost 2 Carat Top Quality White Diamond(1.98, D-E, IF) combined with beautiful green plique à jour enamel, in...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Exceptional Art Nouveau Brooch/Pendant, Circa 1900, with Boucheron Case
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Designed as a polychrome enamel and seed pearl iris, with engraved gold leaves and cartouche frame decorated with rose-cut diamonds and circular-cut rubies, set on a beautiful transl...
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold
ART NOUVEAU Plique a Jour and Diamond Necklace c. 1905
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat gold plique a jour enamel necklace. The pendant is highlighted by a pear-shaped, green plique a jour crystal that is centered by one old European cut diamond set in plati...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Spectacular Plique-à-Jour Enamel Gold Horse Necklace
By Helen Ringus
Located in TRYON, NC
This one of a kind, museum quality necklace is breath taking. All in 18 kt gold, the horse stands among the trees in an enchanted forest under a blue plique-a-jour enamel sky. Plique...
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable
W 0.56 in D 0.23 in L 0.74 in
Antique 18ct Gold Enamel Mourning Brooch Pin c1850 750 Purity Detailed
Located in Camelford, GB
On offer is this gorgeous 18CT SOLID GOLD BLACK ENAMELLED MOURNING BROOCH DETAILS Material: 18ct (750/000) Solid Yellow Gold Style: Art Nouveau style detailed decoration with black...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
H 2 in W 1.6 in Dm 1.6 in L 2 in
Modern Plique a Jour Enamel Pink Sapphire Tourmaline Diamond Dragonfly Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This dragonfly design and enamel work is perfect and absolutely brought to life! This brooch also features a bail on top where a chain could be easily brought through and this could ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turn of the Century Enamel and Diamond Flower Pendent/Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A lovely turn of the century enamel and diamond flower brooch with a gold loop so it can be worn as a pendant.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Masriera and Carreras Pearl Plique a Jour Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Barcelona, ES
This unique MASRIERA and CARRERAS Pendant Brooch depicts a female figure in 18K Gold with ronde-bosse enamel in red and green applied to the dress and flowers in her hair. Plique ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable
W 1.45 in D 0.74 in L 1.71 in
Antique 18ct Gold Huge Pearl Buckle Brooch Pin c1880 Heavy 14.3g 750 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
On offer is this gorgeous 18CT SOLID GOLD PEARL AND ENAMEL FRENCH BUCKLE BROOCH DETAILS Material: 18ct (750/000) Solid Heavy Yellow Gold Style: Art Nouveau style seed pearl set bro...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
W 1.78 in D 0.75 in L 2.29 in
Art Nouveau Cameo Rubies Pearls Yellow Gold 1800s French Brooch
Located in Viana do Castelo, PT
A Magnificent French Art Nouveau Cameo Brooch with a spectacular Agata Cameo depicting the side profile of a beautiful lady with ringlets and an impressive gold frame work.
Agate, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Pearl Enamel 18 Karat Gold Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pendant designed as stylized branching ivy with leaf motif With baroque pearls extending from the branches ranging in size from 4.3 to 5.1 mm Pearls are white in body color with st...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
FABERGE Art Nouveau Egg Pendant
By Fabergé
Located in Chicago, IL
The egg is covered with a fine soft pink translucent guilloche enamel. The front is applied with a rose and green gold Art Nouveau flower embellished with a faceted sparkling gr...
Art Nouveau Diamond Topaz Pearl Enamel 14 Karat Gold Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a swooping whiplash pendant with enamel foliage motif Enamel is translucent yellowish-green to peachy ombrè color Centering a cushion cut topaz - light yellow in color...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Enamel Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Gold Lily Flower Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pendant designed as a highly rendered lily flower glossed with yellow to green enamel petals Flower centers a small, white, baroque pearl stem and is surrounded by a gold frame acce...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gol...
Bippart & Co. Art Nouveau Pearl Enamel 14 Karat Gold Floral Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as pendant brooch with sweeping grass motif of matte green enamel Featuring two baroque pearls measuring from 11.2 to 5.2 mm - white in body color with good luster Accente...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
French Art Nouveau Plique-a-jour Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Madonna Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pendant is designed as a round disk with plique-a-jour enamel depicting the Madonna and Child motif. Figures, bodies and faces are painted with peach, pink, white and brown atop tran...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Antique Jeweled Gold and Enamel Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Spain, circa 1910 This Art Nouveau antique pendant features a finely carved bone relief of Saint Joseph holding baby Jesus.
Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Enamel Pansy Pendant of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Art Nouveau Enamel Pansy Pendant (c. 1910) A jewel of botanical elegance, this antique Art Nouveau pendant is crafted in 14k gold and features a finely enameled pansy in deep, velve...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Sapphire Enamel 14 Karat Gold Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace is comprised of deeply ridged and elongated bar links With bezel set round cut sapphire as stations Featuring a decorative central station also bezel set with a round cut ...
Sapphire, Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Jewelled Gold and Enamel Pendant Egg
Located in Firenze, IT
The blue guilloché enamel egg pendant, to a suspensory loop. Length 6.00cm
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Rene Lalique Art Nouveau Enamel Gold Pendant
By René Lalique
Located in London, GB
The pendant crafted in yellow gold and of triangular shape and three dimensional form depicting an embracing couple with right arms outstretched, one delicately holding a flower in h...
18k Gold
$746Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Petite Small - Medium
1990s Janine of London Lillie Rubin Silver Grey Metallic Crushed Velvet Dress
By Lillie Rubin, Janine of London
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s JANINE OF LONDON for LILLIE RUBIN silver gray crushed velvet metallic bodycon dress! Features the softest crushed velvet that stretches to fit. Has what first appears to be ...
1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff Couture Ball Gown in Deep Teal Silk
By Irene Scharaff
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff couture ball gown in deep mauve and teal silk tulle and horsehair : Irene Sharaff, 5-time Academy Award Winner for costume design, made this go...
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara necklace. An exceptional vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and necklace set, in platinum, circa 1950. This beautifull...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Elegant French Art Deco Sequin Gown
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless French Sequin Art Deco Gown sewn on cotton tulle. Nude iridescent gelatin sequins cover the entire gown completely. There are sequined Art Deco diamond motifs ab...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
Vintage Platinum 1940s Aquamarine & Diamond Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1940’s Fabulous, vintage ring. Set with a gorgeous, faceted-cushion cut, natural aquamarine. Mounted in platinum, with a beautiful h...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
$21,000
Size: 42 (FR) Vintage
Givenchy Couture John Galliano F/W 1996 Red Snakeskin Trim Plunge Back Gown
By John Galliano, Givenchy
Located in Chicago, IL
A most rare piece designed by John Galliano for the Givenchy Couture Fall Winter 1996 collection. Same style worn by supermodel Shalom Harlow on the runway. Documented in a fashion a...
Art Nouveau Garnet and Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is an antique Art Nouveau garnet and pearl pendant necklace. It has been set with a central garnet which is surrounded by multiple seed pearls along with an oval cut garnet drop...
Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
Antique French Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Convertible Snake Bracelet Necklace 1860
Located in Chicago, IL
France, circa 1860. Length is approximately 17 in. (43 cm) Weight – 121 grams. This exceptional quality Victorian era articulated snake bracelet / necklace is formed of sections, eac...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
$19,748
Size: FR38 - UK10
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin, with alternating panels that highlight both the satin sheen and crepe texture ▪ D...
Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in San Diego, CA
WOW! This vintage Mr. Blackwell Custom dress is OUT OF THIS WORLD! This is quite possible the best Mr. Blackwell piece I have ever seen! Dating from the late 1950s/ early 1960s, this...
Edwardian 4.47 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Edwardian 4.47 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, ...
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning Thierry Mugler Archival FW 1986 Evening Gown Crystal Black Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous extremely rare Iconic Thierry Mugler Evening Dress, FW 1986 Collection "Les Voleuses" Museum worthy Collectors Piece The most dramatic evening gown with amazing crystal rhi...
Hermes Limited Edition Mini Kelly 20 Sellier Beton Matte Alligator Bag Gold Hard
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in Beton Matte Alligator. This mini Kelly bag is light gray with bone undertone (beton + concrete), and the n...
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
Art Nouveau — generally considered to have begun in the late 1800s and ended with the start of World War I — was a movement in the decorative arts that drew inspiration from natural forms, such as trees, flowers and, of course, the human figure. The three main themes present in Art Nouveau jewelry and watches were flora, fauna and women.
Art Nouveau, which reached its pinnacle in the year 1900, spawned from artists who rejected the historicism of their predecessors to create an entirely new visual vocabulary. As compared to Art Deco jewelry’s geometric patterns and sharp lines, the extravagant style of antique Art Nouveau jewelry is characterized by curvilinear forms and whiplash lines, vibrant materials and dramatic imagery.
The first art and design movement of the 20th century, Art Nouveau was also a reaction against the Industrial Revolution, and took its inspiration from the theories of the Symbolists, the art of the Pre-Raphaelites, the ideas of John Ruskin and his follower William Morris and, most importantly Japanese crafts. (The country was a fertile ground for inspiration after it was opened to the West in 1854.) The Art Nouveau style touched all manners of the arts, including the most exultant jewelry.
Nature was a favorite muse for artists going back to the 18th and 19th centuries, but in the hands of 20th-century artists, it was depicted in new ways. For example, a withering flower was considered just as beautiful as one in full bloom. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also a popular subject. Dragonflies and butterflies were particular favorites because they morphed so dramatically in different life stages.
This was also a reference to women, whose role in society was evolving. It was not uncommon to see a piece of jewelry that would at once reference a woman as a winged creature (think René Lalique’s famous Dragonfly brooch, circa 1897–98, at the Gulbenkian Collection in Lisbon). However, just as women’s roles were ambiguous, so was their image, as the femmes nouvelle were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized.
In addition to Lalique, vital figures in Art Nouveau jewelry included Louis Comfort Tiffany in the United States, Vladimir Soloviev, who designed jewelry for Peter Carl Fabergé in Russia, Fuset Grau of Spain, Karl Rothmuller of Germany and Philippe Wolfers of Belgium.
Art Nouveau jewelers used every “canvas” imaginable, looking beyond brooches and necklaces to belt buckles, fans, tiaras, dog collars (a type of choker necklace), pocket watches, corsages and hair combs. Multicolored gems and enamel could complete this vision better than diamonds. Jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone — its iridescence harmonized perfectly with the enamel, and it could be carved into any shape. Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold.
Find a range of antique Art Nouveau jewelry today on 1stDibs.
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.