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Art Nouveau Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Yellow Gold Dragons Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Cabochon Cut Turquoise Yellow Gold Dragons Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
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Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Yellow Gold Dragons Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Cabochon Cut Turquoise Yellow Gold Dragons Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
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Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Swirling Water Dragon Vase by Eduard Stellmacher for RStK Amphora
By Reissner Stellmacher
Kessel, Eduard Stellmacher
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Model #4544. Hard Earthenware. Riessner, Stellmacher and Kessel (RSt&K), consistently marked pieces with the tradename “Amphora” by the late 1890s and became known by that name. The ...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Earthenware
Watercolor 20th Decorative French Saint Michael slaying the dragon
Located in PARIS, FR
the dragon.
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20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor
Wedgwood Dragon Lustre Bowl c1925
By Wedgwood
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Wedgwood Celestial Dragon lustre bowl
Date : c1925
Period : George V
Marks : Gilt
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Vintage 1920s British Art Nouveau Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Dragon Locket of 10k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
modeled dragon in 10k gold, its fierce form symbolizing strength and protection. A sparkling diamond
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold
Antique Dragon Cufflinks of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Bold and finely detailed, these antique cufflinks (circa 1910) feature exquisitely rendered dragons
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Cufflinks
Materials
14k Gold
Ch Brannam Dragon Handled Sgraffito Vase, 1908
By Charles Brannam
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
pheasant like birds with Art Nouveau style designs around the neck and with dragon handles applied either
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Wedgwood Fairyland Luster Bowl in Dragon Pattern
Located in København, Copenhagen
Wedgwood fairy luster bowl in dragon pattern.
Measures: 12 cm. x 7 cm.
In perfect condition
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Vintage 1920s English Art Nouveau Porcelain
Antique Dragon Locket of 10k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
modeled dragon in 10k gold, its fierce form symbolizing strength and protection. A sparkling diamond
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold
Riker Brothers Gold Repousse Dragon Bangle Bracelet
By Riker Brothers
Located in Narberth, PA
today.
This stunning bangle bracelet from the Art Nouveau (ca1900) era is a wonderful example of the
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Bangles
Materials
14k Gold
Antique Gold Gem set Dragon Fly Brooch C.1910
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique Gold Gem set Dragon Fly Brooch European C.1910. Large and very nicely detailed and
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Gold
An 18k Gold Lucien Gaillard Bangle with Dragons
Located in Amsterdam, NL
dragons, master mark: Lucien Gaillard, France, circa 1890.
weight: 54.93 g
size: fits up to 16 cm wrist
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Bangles
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Mid Century Carved Jade Dragon Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
With a crisp, refreshing apple green color, this vintage natural jade dragon necklace is an
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Vintage 1960s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wedgwood Fairy Luster Bowl in Dragon Pattern
Located in København, Copenhagen
Wedgwood fairy luster bowl in dragon pattern.
Measures: 20 cm. x 14 cm.
In perfect condition
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Vintage 1920s English Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Michael Andersen Pottery, Bornholm, Relief, Saint George and the Dragon
Located in København, Copenhagen
Michael Andersen pottery, Bornholm, Relief.
Saint George and the Dragon.
Denmark, mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Ceramics
Vintage Cast Iron Winged Dragon Griffin Garden Bench Seat
Located in Toledo, OH
Vintage turn of the century cast iron winged dragon griffin garden bench. Two front side support
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Iron
Daisy Makeig-Jones Green Lustre Dragon Vase
By Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre, Daisy Makeig-Jones, Wedgwood
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Wedgwood green lustre double gourd vase in the ‘Celestial Dragon’ pattern, designed by Daisy
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Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Luster, Porcelain
Antique French Majolica Planter Cache Pot Jardiniere Brown Green Gold Dragons
Located in Tyler, TX
Gorgeous Antique French Majolica Cache Pot, Planter, Jardiniere, Flower Pot or Vase~~Art Nouveau~~c
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Meissen Porcelain Plate Blue Court Dragon Mark 1850-1925
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Milano, MI
Meissen porcelain plate, Neuer Ausschnitt shape, with blue Court Dragon decoration, mark 1850
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Meissen Porcelain Plate Red Court Dragon Mark 1850-1925
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Milano, MI
Meissen porcelain plate, Neuer Ausschnitt shape, with red Court Dragon decoration, mark 1850 - 1925
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Meissen Porcelain Plate Gold Court Dragon Mark 1850-1925
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Milano, MI
Meissen porcelain plate, Neuer Ausschnitt shape, with gold Court Dragon decoration, mark 1850
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Large Double Dragon Head Majesty 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Dual Dragon Majesty: Crafted in 14K solid yellow gold, this ring boasts twin dragon motifs
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Special Dragon Planter by Manufacture de Céramiques Décoratives de Hasselt
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This large wine-colored dragon planter was made by Manufacture de Céramiques Décoratives de Hasselt
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Ceramic
Masriera 18 Karat Gold, Champlevé Enamel Dragon Ring with .38 Carat Diamond
By Masriera
Located in New York, NY
From the house of the prolific Art Nouveau designer, Luis Masriera comes a long tradition of
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20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of Louis Damon Vases, Titled "Triton"
"Saint George Slaying the Dragon"
Located in New York, NY
A pair of French Art Nouveau cameo glass vases, "Vase of Triton" & "Vase of Saint George Slaying
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Military Mess Dragon Table Lighter Gifted to Earnest ‘Bee’ Edwards Liverpool FC
By Walker
Hall
Located in Northampton, GB
Dragon Registration Number 51318
From our Silver collection, we are absolutely thrilled to
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Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver Plate
Mid Century Carved Lapis Lazuli
Diamond 14k Gold Dragon Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
, reclining Chinese Imperial dragon lying in repose. The rich, vivid-blue lapis stands alone in a 14 karat
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Vintage 1960s Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ipsen
s, Denmark, Rare Dish with Dragon in Glazed Ceramics, circa 1920
Located in København, Copenhagen
Ipsen's, Denmark. Rare dish with dragon in hand painted glazed ceramics, circa 1920
Measures: 31.5
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Dragon Sconce, Hand Forged Iron, 3-Light, Big Only One
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand forged dragon with wings, 3 flower shades for light golden painted finish. Measures: Total
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Antique 1890s European Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Bronze Sculpture St Michael Slaying the Dragon by Emmanuel Fremiet, 1824-1910
By Emmanuel Fremiet
Located in Paris, FR
Bronze sculpture with brown patina featuring Saint-Michel terrassant le dragon [St Michael Slaying
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Double Dragon Centerpiece Dish with Koi by Mihaly Kapas Nagy for Zsolnay
By Mihály Kapás Nagy, Zsolnay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
art pottery. Zsolnay introduced its patented shiny metallic glaze, known as eosin, in 1893. The small
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Antique Early 1900s Hungarian Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Earthenware
Antique Griffin Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Art Nouveau Griffin-Dragon Brooch in 14K Gold with Ruby Eye
Myth and elegance converge in this
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold
1890, Riker Brothers Art Nouveau Dragon Rose Gold slip on Bangle
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a brilliant original 1890 slip on Art Nouveau Riker Brothers bangle set in 14K Rose gold
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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Bangles
Materials
14k Gold, Rose Gold
French Antique Gold Dragon Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Antique 18-Karat Gold Dragon Brooch
18-karat gold Art Nouveau dragon brooch with ruby eye
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Carter
Gough Art Nouveau Citrine 14 Karat Gold Dragon Fob Pendant
By Carter Gough
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Suspending a fob comprised of two mirrored dragons on a deeply engraved floral base
Extraordinarily detailed
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blanche Vulliamy Longpark Torquay Art Nouveau Grotesque Dragon Pottery Ewer
By Torquay Factory
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare art Nouveau Longpark Torquay pottery grotesque dragon ewer by renowned ceramic artist
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Pitchers
Materials
Pottery
Chandelier Dragons in Alabaster, Style Art Nouveau or Liberty, 1915
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles since 1982.If you have any questions we are at your
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Art Nouveau Majolica Glazed Jardiniere with Flying Dragon Handles, circa 1920
By Clement Massier
Located in Verviers, BE
dragon handles. Unmarked. Very good original condition. (See pictures, just a small crack visible on the
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Ceramics
Materials
Majolica
Art Nouveau Majolica Glazed Jardinière with Flying Dragon Handles, circa 1910
By Clement Massier
Located in Verviers, BE
dragon handles. Unmarked. Very good original condition.
Dimensions:
Diameter 42 cm, 16.53 inch, height
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Ceramics
Materials
Majolica
Wonderful Christofle France Art Nouveau Libellule Silver Plate Dragon Fly Vase
By Christofle
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Christofle France Art Nouveau libellule silver plate dragon fly vase.
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Nouveau Plique A jour Dragon Stick pin in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Art Nouveau Plique A jour Dragon Stick pin in 14K Yellow Gold
This enchanting stick pin from 1890
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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Style Dragon Motif Cameo Glass Ewer/Vase, After Emile Gallé
By Gallé
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Nouveau style dragon motif cameo glass ewer/vase, After Emile Gallé, with applied dragon handle
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Art Glass
Antique Art Nouveau 14K Gold Diamond Puffed Winged Serpent Dragon Pendant Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful antique pendant was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold during the art nouveau period
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dragon Table Lamp, 1900, Austria, Silver Plated Metal "Jugendstil, Art Nouveau"
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Table lamp "Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty"
Materia: silver plated metal
Country: Austria
To
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Art Nouveau 1890 Dragon Pendant Brooch in 18kt Gold
Platinum with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
Discover an exceptional swirled dragon brooch from the Art Nouveau era, crafted in the 1890s. This
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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Yellow Gold Dragons Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Yellow Gold Dragon Pin Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a highly rendered swirled dragon with wings and engraved scroll details. With an old
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau Oil Lamp Bronze and Brass Depiction a Dragon with Match Holder 1890s
Located in Verviers, BE
Art Nouveau oil lamp bronze and brass depiction a dragon 1890s
Very nicely detailed Bronze
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Sterlin Silver Dragon Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
The Dragon Ring, entirely made in Sterling Silver, no platings, incredibly detailed, made to order
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2010s American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Silver
Sterlin Silver Dragon Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
The Dragon Ring, entirely made in Sterling Silver, no platings, incredibly detailed, made to order
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2010s American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Materials
Silver
Japan Dragon Moriage Tea Cup and Saucer Set
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a set of Japan dragon moriage demi tea cup and saucer set. This egg shall procelain smoky
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Arts and Crafts Enamel Frames and Objects
Silver Griffin Dragon Necklace Antique
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning detail on this antique 800 silver Necklace. Griffins, faces ( happy and sad) make up the detailing on this wonderful antique necklace. Hallmarked on the back with a C Clasp...
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Vintage 1920s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Meissen Porcelain Glass
Dragon
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Meisen porcelain glass (Dragon)
Chinese dragon motif
with silver in the ring of his mouth
origin
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Imperial Jade
Pure Gold Dragon Ring
Located in Northampton, MA
dragons in this beautiful and whimsical antique Chinese ring from the late 1800s. The vivid green jade is
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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau More Rings
Materials
Jade, Gold, 22k Gold
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Art Nouveau Dragon For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic art nouveau dragon available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, metal and wood, every art nouveau dragon was constructed with great care. There are 90 variations of the antique or vintage art nouveau dragon you’re looking for, while we also have 6 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the art nouveau dragon you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right art nouveau dragon, those designed in Art Nouveau, Art Deco and modern styles are of considerable interest. Amphora, Eduard Stellmacher and Alphonse Mucha each produced at least one beautiful art nouveau dragon that is worth considering.
How Much is a Art Nouveau Dragon?
The average selling price for an art nouveau dragon at 1stDibs is $3,502, while they’re typically $154 on the low end and $273,550 for the highest priced.
A Close Look at Art-nouveau Jewelry
Art Nouveau — generally considered to have begun in the late 1800s and ended with the start of World War I — was a movement in the decorative arts that drew inspiration from natural forms, such as trees, flowers and, of course, the human figure. The three main themes present in Art Nouveau jewelry and watches were flora, fauna and women.
Art Nouveau, which reached its pinnacle in the year 1900, spawned from artists who rejected the historicism of their predecessors to create an entirely new visual vocabulary. As compared to Art Deco jewelry’s geometric patterns and sharp lines, the extravagant style of antique Art Nouveau jewelry is characterized by curvilinear forms and whiplash lines, vibrant materials and dramatic imagery.
The first art and design movement of the 20th century, Art Nouveau was also a reaction against the Industrial Revolution, and took its inspiration from the theories of the Symbolists, the art of the Pre-Raphaelites, the ideas of John Ruskin and his follower William Morris and, most importantly Japanese crafts. (The country was a fertile ground for inspiration after it was opened to the West in 1854.) The Art Nouveau style touched all manners of the arts, including the most exultant jewelry.
Nature was a favorite muse for artists going back to the 18th and 19th centuries, but in the hands of 20th-century artists, it was depicted in new ways. For example, a withering flower was considered just as beautiful as one in full bloom. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also a popular subject. Dragonflies and butterflies were particular favorites because they morphed so dramatically in different life stages.
This was also a reference to women, whose role in society was evolving. It was not uncommon to see a piece of jewelry that would at once reference a woman as a winged creature (think René Lalique’s famous Dragonfly brooch, circa 1897–98, at the Gulbenkian Collection in Lisbon). However, just as women’s roles were ambiguous, so was their image, as the femmes nouvelle were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized.
In addition to Lalique, vital figures in Art Nouveau jewelry included Louis Comfort Tiffany in the United States, Vladimir Soloviev, who designed jewelry for Peter Carl Fabergé in Russia, Fuset Grau of Spain, Karl Rothmuller of Germany and Philippe Wolfers of Belgium.
Art Nouveau jewelers used every “canvas” imaginable, looking beyond brooches and necklaces to belt buckles, fans, tiaras, dog collars (a type of choker necklace), pocket watches, corsages and hair combs. Multicolored gems and enamel could complete this vision better than diamonds. Jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone — its iridescence harmonized perfectly with the enamel, and it could be carved into any shape. Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold.
Find a range of antique Art Nouveau jewelry today on 1stDibs.
Questions About Art Nouveau Dragon
- Why did Art Nouveau end?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Art Nouveau ended primarily due to world events. When World War I broke out in 1914, artistic production was largely halted in order to free up materials for manufacturing equipment for the war effort. By the time the 1919 Treaty of Versailles brought about the end of the war, interest in Art Nouveau had waned. Designers and artists became interested in new forms and styles, such as Art Deco. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture, decorative objects, jewelry and art.
- What is Art Nouveau furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Nouveau furniture was a style of furniture that emerged at the end of the 19th century and was characterized by its complex curved lines. The curved details in the furniture were typically carved by hand and finished with lacquer. The unmistakable gloss that is associated with Art Nouveau comes from the thick coat of varnish applied to the furniture as the final step of the production process.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Art Nouveau was influenced by a few things. The soft colors and abstract images of nature seen in Japanese woodblock prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s, were a major source of inspiration. Also, Pre-Raphaelite art and the Arts and Crafts and Rococo styles had an influence on Art Nouveau designers. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Nouveau furniture and decorative objects.
- What is Art Nouveau jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Art Nouveau jewelry generally featured three main themes: flora, fauna and women. The Art Nouveau movement lasted 15 years and it reached its pinnacle in the year 1900. Art Nouveau jewelers used every “canvas” imaginable, looking beyond brooches and necklaces to belt buckles, fans, tiaras, dog collars (a type of choker necklace), pocket watches, corsages and hair combs. Multicolored gems and enamel could complete this vision better than diamonds. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Art Nouveau jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- Where did Art Nouveau originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Art Nouveau originated in France and Great Britain, but variants materialized elsewhere. The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature as portrayed in Japanese art prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s. Impressionist artists were moved by the artistic tradition of Japanese woodblock printmaking and other modes of art and design in the East Asian country. The Art Nouveau style quickly reached a wide audience in Europe via advertising posters, book covers, illustrations and other work by such artists as Aubrey Beardsley, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha. While all Art Nouveau designs share common formal elements, different countries and regions produced their own versions. Explore a selection of Art Nouveau furniture, jewelry and art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Art Nouveau furniture, first try to locate a maker's mark on the piece. You can then use it to research the maker with the help of information published in trusted online resources. Some makers, such as Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Louis Majorelle and Émile Gallé, are well-known for their Art Nouveau furnishings. If you determine that a maker identified with Art Nouveau produced your piece, it likely reflects the movement's characteristics, especially if it was made during the late 19th or early 20th centuries. You can also look for common features of Art Nouveau furniture, such as sinuous, organic and flowing lines; forms that mimic flowers and plant life; decorative inlays and ornate carvings of natural-world motifs such as insects and animals and the use of hardwoods such as oak, mahogany and rosewood. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you with the identification process. Shop a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024No one person created the Art Nouveau movement. However, the term debuted in an 1884 article in the L'Art Moderne journal, describing the work of a collective of artists known as Les XX. As a result, some people credit the group and its founding members, James Ensor and Théo van Rysselberghe, as helping to define the movement. However, Art Nouveau was heavily informed by work that came before, including Rococo design, Pre-Raphaelite art, Japanese art and the Arts and Crafts movement. Beyond Les XX, a number of creators helped to propel the movement. Among them were Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Louis Majorelle, Émile Gallé, Antoni Gaudí and Tiffany Studios. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The Art Nouveau design movement used such materials as cast iron and steel, ceramic and glass. This style of architecture, design, art and jewelry was characterized by its use of long, sinuous lines that are reflected in nature.
- Is stained glass Art Nouveau?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, some stained glass is Art Nouveau. It was during this period that Louis Comfort Tiffany produced his famed stained glass windows and decorative objects. However, the tradition of producing stained glass traces all the way back to the Gothic period. You'll find a selection of stained glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Alphonse Mucha was a Czech painter who is one of the originators of the Art Nouveau style. His style of painting and design rose in popularity in 1895 and he produced many works, including illustrations, posters and jewelry designs. Find a variety of Alphonso Mucha art and prints on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify Art Nouveau jewelry, first consider its overall shape and themes. Flora, fauna and female figures were the three main themes in Art Nouveau jewelry. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also popular subjects. Next, examine the materials and techniques. Art Nouveau jewelers distinguished themselves from their predecessors through the use of their unorthodox materials and methods. Prior to the 20th century, artisans working with jewelry prioritized precious metals and diamonds. This was not true for Art Nouveau creators. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Art Nouveau jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone, and Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold. If you need more help identifying your jewelry, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Nouveau jewelry.
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