Delicate Temptation

Enchanting Art Nouveau Necklace with Natural Pearl and Diamonds in Gold and Platinum, c. 1910


€ 2,190.00 *
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Enchanting Art Nouveau Necklace with Natural Pearl and Diamonds in Gold and Platinum, c. 1910
Enchanting Art Nouveau Necklace with Natural Pearl and Diamonds in Gold and Platinum, c. 1910
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Negligé necklace, Lavallière—both terms refer to the same type of necklace. The history of jewelry is divided on the origin of the second name: Either it comes from the actress Ève Lavallière, who was fond of wearing such necklaces, or it derives from Duchess Louise de La Vallière, who liked to tie men’s ties into bows with uneven ends. The term “negligé necklace,” on the other hand, alludes to the casual elegance of such an asymmetrical piece of jewellery, as it is derived from the French word for “negligent.” This necklace embodies casual elegance yet is by no means carelessly designed. The two “bow ends,” which are slightly unequal in length, are set with a diamond of approximately 0.18 ct and a natural pearl; additional, smaller diamonds adorn the connection points of the bars. An elegant element, also set with Diamate, forms the transition to the chain. The setting shines particularly brightly thanks to the period-typical overlay of platinum on the gold center section. A delicate chain crafted from platinum completes the design. Creations of this kind—delicate rather than heavy and rigid—enjoyed particular popularity in the early 20th century. With their ethereal lightness, they captured the spirit of the late Belle Époque—those final, carefree years devoted to beauty before World War I.
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Enchanting Art Nouveau Necklace with Natural Pearl and Diamonds in Gold and Platinum, c. 1910
Delicate Temptation
€ 2,190.00 *
Content 1 piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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