-Austria 1890 Art Nouveau Organic Links Bracelet In 18Kt Gold With Gemstones
Austrian art nouveau bracelet with gemstones.
Exceptionally beautiful bracelet, created in Austria during the art nouveau period, back in the 1890. This flexible bracelet has been crafted with gorgeous organic patterns made up in chiseled yellow gold of 18 karats with textured engraved finishes. It is composed by six combinations of independent floriated links and fitted with a push box lock with a security chain for extra safety.
Gemstones: Mount in bezels settings with 18 round cabochon cuts of natural translucent chrysoprase and blue lace chalcedony, with a combined weight of 18.50 carats.
Birthstone: Chalcedony for the month of March and Chrysoprase for the month of May.
Weight: 59.3 Grams, (38.01 Dwt.).
Size: The lenght is 7.5 Inches (19 Cm).
Measurements: Each link is 30 mm by 26 mm (1.18 x 1.02 Inches).
Hallmarks: Tested for 18kt gold.
History
Art Nouveau or new art jewelry was created in France between about 1895 and 1910, coming on the heels of the “overwrought” designs of the Victorian era (which ended with Queen Victoria's death in 1901) and creating a striking contrast to the mainstream Edwardian designs of that time. While jewelry with a similar aesthetic was being made in other countries during the same time period--for example, Jugendstil in Germany and Austria--true Art Nouveau jewelry is decidedly extended in France. It was a short-lived period in jewelry design, lasting only about 15 years, because of the onset of World War I and because the pieces were so over-the-top that people quickly lost interest in them. Characterised by lavish and organic ornamentation, the Art Nouveau movement blossomed in Vienna at the turn of the 20th Century, with influential Austrians architects Otto Wagner and Adolf Loos making significant architectural contributions that helped shape the city's skyline as we see it today. Rene Lalique, was the most celebrated art nouveau designer, championed jewelry designer.
Note: The Vienna Secession work is often referred to (during the years before World War I) as the Austrian version of Jugendstil, the German term for Art Nouveau, and it is the work of its members in association with that style that has contributed most to its fame, particularly outside of Austria. Turns out it's the local version of Art Nouveau. So a synonym for that decorative style that makes use of curves, natural forms and ornate motifs along with modern materials. Jugendstil blossomed in Vienna during the late 19th century and early 20th century.
Collateral: This bracelet is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All gemstones, are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: B012723EENM/1.425
