Harlequin

Antique Diamond and Burmese Ruby Ring in Platinum on Gold, c. 1915


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Antique Diamond and Burmese Ruby Ring in Platinum on Gold, c. 1915
Antique Diamond and Burmese Ruby Ring in Platinum on Gold, c. 1915
Description
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The stage has always had a fruitful interaction with fashion - as was also the case in the 1910s. The costumes designed by Léon Bakst for the Ballets Russes, for example, took Paris by storm. Paul Poiret also popularized the aesthetics of dramatic costumes in the field of evening wear; the fashion illustrator Erté captured them on paper. With its diamond pattern, this ring is also reminiscent of the drama of the stage: more specifically, the iconic costume of the Harlequin from the Commedia dell'Arte. The diamond pattern is made possible by technical tricks. Three old-cut diamonds are set in the center along the axis of the ring. They are given the characteristic diamond shape by their platinum settings. This setting is particularly effective because it contrasts with a ruby base: Intricately hand-cut, precious rubies from Burma nestle perfectly into the gaps between the large diamonds and the narrow border of small diamonds. This creates a modern effect that anticipates the geometric lines of Art Deco. The avant-garde yet finely crafted ring is a wonderful jewel of the early 20th century that vividly demonstrates the innovative spirit of the time - both in terms of design and craftsmanship.
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Antique Diamond and Burmese Ruby Ring in Platinum on Gold, c. 1915
Harlequin
€ 2,490.00 *
Content 1 piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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