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Listing Description by: Cait P.
The Piece
Age Circa: Art Nouveau C. 1890 - 1910
Markings: Unmarked, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin: Unknown
Brand: Unknown
Gram Weight: 32.8 grams
Metal Type: .925 sterling silver
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Item Measurements:
Length: 1.7"
Width: 1.6"
Depth: 0.45"
Closure/Clasp Type: The piece lacks a bale and will need one attached in order to be worn.
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Pendant Type: Drop pendant
Notable Features:
Handmade during the Art Nouveau era
Composed of .925 sterling silver
The outside of the pocket watch case features chased patterns of blooming flowers and curling leaves
A blank panel on the front of the case would have traditionally been monogrammed with the initials of the original owner; if desired your local jeweler can easily add a monogram to the piece
The case opens from the top via a hinge, revealing the hollow interior for a watch
The piece lacks a bale and will need on attached if it's to be worn on a chain
Damage: Age appropriate wear. Tarnish on the sterling silver gives this piece an antique quality which we believe is quite lovely. The watch case lacks a bale and will need one attached in order to be worn on a chain. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Nouveau era, 1890-1910, was also called "La Belle Epoque" in French, which translates to "A Beautiful Time.” This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period. This era focused on women and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a common material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over the production of many products, including some jewelry.
Chasing is a metalworking technique that uses a nail-like tool and hammer to hand etch patterns onto a metal surface. This process creates a design that is sunk into the front of the surface using indentations, grooves, and channels. Chasing is thousands of years old and was a very difficult and time-consuming technique that is still used by metalsmiths today.
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