Vtg 1930s Art Deco Chrysoprase Marcasite Sterling Silver Bracelet

Description: About this Piece Length: 7 1/2” Width: 1/2"Material: Tests for sterling silver, natural chrysoprase, marcasites Weight: 14 gramsMark: Yes, see photo Era: Art Deco Why You’ll Love ItUnleash your inner Gatsby with this stunning Art Deco bracelet. Its geometric design captures the essence of the era, with a sterling silver setting that's expertly embellished with meticulously set marcasites that glimmer. Accentuated by natural chrysoprase in a vivid green hue, subtle foliate motifs embellish each connecting link, shaped like butterflies, adding to the charm of this nature-inspired bracelet. Condition and Quality ● Bright patina with minimal surface wear to the setting. No dents.● Fresh sheen, light surface wear, and no chipping on the natural chrysoprase. ● All marcasites are intact and in place.● Secure, original clasp and safety chain. Collector Note On Foliate Motifs. Foliate motifs in antique jewelry have a rich and diverse history spanning several centuries, with significant prominence during the Art Nouveau and Victorian periods. Inspired by the beauty of nature, artisans of the time incorporated intricate leaf, vine, and floral designs into their creations. In the Victorian era, jewelry adorned with foliate motifs symbolized sentiments such as renewal, growth, and love for the natural world. The Art Nouveau movement, which emerged in the late 19th century, celebrated organic forms and emphasized the fluidity of nature. Foliate motifs became a hallmark of this period, with jewelry designers embracing curvilinear lines and incorporating flowing leaves, tendrils, and blossoms into their pieces. Today, antique jewelry featuring foliate motifs from these periods continues to captivate collectors and enthusiasts, preserving the artistry and connection to the natural world from a bygone era. On Art Deco. Art Deco is one of the first truly international styles, that influenced the design of buildings, furniture, fashion and of course, jewelry. The movement was given a name from the international exposition of Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes, that was held in Paris in 1925 and largely dedicated to the jewelry arts. Born out of ideas of modernism and the Industrial Age, this manifested into designs that used Cubism’s bold abstraction and rectilinear shapes and combined them with intricate patterning, bold color and symmetry. High-end jewelry design houses like Cartier and Boucheron set the trends in gold and gemstones, which were then emulated by costume jewelry companies in glass or perhaps plastics, and brought to the masses. _gsrx_vers_1516 (GS 9.3 (1516))

Price: 165 USD

Location: Altadena, California

End Time: 2024-11-11T14:25:24.000Z

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