Description: About this PieceLength: Just over 7” Width: 1” Material: Tests for sterling silver Weight: 36 gramsMark: No markEra: Arts & Crafts, 1900 - 1910s Why You’ll Love ItThe organic and natural effect of this early 1900s silver bracelet is no accident. Cast in sterling silver, the leafy heart-like motif is distinctly nature inspired - indicative to jewelry made during the Arts & Crafts period and inspired by designers such as Josef Hoffman and the Wiener Werkstatte. The refined craftsmanship of each link, has a quality feel as well as a seamless look that brings all elements together in gorgeous harmony. Condition and Quality ● Bright patina with minimal surface wear to the setting. No dents. ● Secure, original clasp and safety chain. Collector Note On Nature-Inspired Motifs. Holding a storied legacy in antique jewelry are nature-inspired motifs, especially prominent during the Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau eras. These periods saw a profound appreciation for the natural world, with artisans drawing inspiration from its beauty to create captivating designs. In the Arts and Crafts era, jewelry featuring motifs of leaves, flowers, and animals symbolized a return to handcrafted artistry and a rejection of industrial mass production. The Art Nouveau movement, emerging in the late 19th century, further embraced organic forms, with jewelry designers highlighting the fluidity and elegance of nature. Pieces adorned with flowing lines, delicate blossoms, and sinuous vines became iconic of this era. Today, jewelry from these periods continues to enchant collectors and enthusiasts, preserving a timeless connection to the natural world and showcasing the exceptional artistry of the time. On the Arts & Crafts Movement. The Arts and Crafts period emerged at the turn of the century as a reaction against the industry and machinery that had begun to infiltrate culture, arts, and design. Proponents of the Arts and Crafts Movement argued true art and true craftsmanship must be done by an artisan, not by a machine or by an assembly line of people. They believed that the original creative endeavor of an individual artisan would bring its own distinct pleasure, not only to the working class makers but to the person wearing it. _gsrx_vers_1680 (GS 9.8.3 (1680))
Price: 195 USD
Location: Altadena, California
End Time: 2024-12-08T03:02:54.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Antique
Style: Link
Type: Bracelet
Base Metal: Silver
Metal: Sterling Silver
Metal Purity: 925
Department: Women
Jewelry Department: Fine
Vintage: Yes
Antique: Yes
Original/Reproduction: Original
Era: Undated
