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Baume
Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Dress Quartz Wristwatch
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Wonderful vintage Baume & Mercier 18K gold & diamond dress watch. 64 diamonds 0.54 cts ladies
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Franck Muller 6850 QPE 46X34 Perpetual Calendar Rare Blue Dial Complete
By Franck Muller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
described as "Complete," it likely means that this watch comes with all of its original documentation
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1990s Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rado 2.00 Carat Diamond and Platinum Stem Wind Wristwatch
By RADO
Located in Bradford, Ontario
nouveau style platinum watch.
Sometimes, wow! is your first reaction to seeing an amazing piece of art
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Clock Watch Ring by Brédillard
Located in Chicago, IL
watch rings into objets d’art, as much as practical devices for timekeeping. Diamond or seed pearl
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold
Krementz
Company Gold Heart Pendant and Watch Brooch
Located in Mt. Kisco, NY
Krementz & Company Gold Heart Pendant and Watch Brooch. Krementz & Company is a Newark, NJ jeweler
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
19th Century French Art Nouveau Watch Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
This beautiful French watch pendant features a sublime, organic floral motif indicative of Art
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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 18K Yellow and White Gold and Diamond Art Nouveau Watch
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the enchanting beauty of the Art Nouveau era with this exquisite antique watch. Crafted in
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1900 Swiss Art Nouveau Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cherub Pocket Watch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circular pocket watch features a highly rendered repoussè front
Depicting three celebrating
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Floral Pocket Watch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Art Nouveau Diamond Watch Brooch (c. 1890-1900)
A masterwork of the Art Nouveau era, this antique
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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Lapel Watch for C.D. Peacock
Located in Chicago, IL
Richly Detaild 14K yellow Gold Lapel Watch Retailed by C.D. Peacock. Waltham Movement. Set with .50
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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Russian Art Nouveau Pocket Watch Gold 56 Hallmark Chain, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Russian Pocket Watch Chain Gold 56 Hallmark. A perfect example of the Russian Art Nouveau style
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold
1906 Tiffany
Co. Nouveau Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Antique Watch Pendant
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circular pocket watch features a white face with gold numerals and antique watch hands
With a
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Omega Silver Pocket Watch Art Nouveau Repousse Mythological Scene from 1900
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Nouveau Style
METAL / MATERIAL
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
Riker Brothers Art Nouveau Opal and Sapphire Pocket Watch Brooch 14 Karat Gold
By Riker Brothers
Located in Fairfield, CT
Riker Brothers Art Nouveau Opal and Sapphire Pocket Watch Brooch 14 Karat Gold
This Riker Brothers
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany
Co. Art Nouveau Diamond Pâte-Sur-Pâte Pocket Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
from the Art Nouveau (ca1900) era is a wonderful example of the pâte-sur–pâte technique! Made by
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage Full Hunter Quarter Repeater Chronograph Art Nouveau Pocket Watch
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 56 mm 18k YellowGold Full Hunter Quarter Repeater Chronograph Art NouveauVintage Men's Pocket
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20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Longines for Bunde
Upmeyer Co. Art Nouveau Styling from 1909
Located in Long Beach, CA
case is hand constructed in Silver in an Art Nouveau Repousse style. The movement is handmade and keeps
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Elgin Nickel Watch
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style / W. W. 1 Trench Watch
METAL
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Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
$2,500
Breguet Yellow Gold Minute Repeater Pocket Watch
By Breguet
Located in Dallas, TX
Breguet Minute Repeater Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding . 18K yellow gold demi-hunter
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas Double Spiral Steel and Diamond Watch
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas Double Spiral Steel and Diamond bezel set white dial watch, 35mm womens. A
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2010s Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel
Dragonfly Lapel Watch by Jaccard
Located in New Orleans, LA
watch. The hand-wrought case is made of 18K yellow gold and features two hinged segments, the first of
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Antique 19th Century American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pocket Watch with Minute Repeater, 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
more than just a watch – it is an expression of style, tradition, and high-quality craftsmanship.
The
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Antique 1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1910
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
craftsmanship in producing such an excellent example of an Art Nouveau pocket watch. The watch comes with
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20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Scarab Lapel Watch, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
cerulean blue wings to lift, revealing the diminutive watch face with Arabic numerals. A work of art in and
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Tiffany
Co. 18k Yellow Gold White
Blue Pocket Watch/Pendant Circa 1900s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Towson, MD
turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau aesthetics. A sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock mirrors the blue
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1922 Patek Philippe Likely for Tiffany Vintage Art Nouveau Ladies with Extract
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
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1922 PATEK PHILIPPE Likely for Tiffany Vintage Art Nouveau Ladies Watch with Extract - Platinum
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Platinum
c. 1910 Patek Philippe Vintage Unisex Chronometro Gondolo Fancy Dial Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Antique Swiss Silver and Turquoise Guilloche Enamel Fauvette HAD Pocket Watch
Located in Portland, England
Antique Swiss Silver Gilt and Turquoise Blue Guilloche Enamel Pocket Watch/Pendant dated circa 1900
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Carrera Y Carrera 18K Watch Adam and Eve Figural Quartz Movement 18K Yellow Gold
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Fairfield, CT
Carrera Y Carrera 18K Watch Adam and Eve Figural Quartz Movement 18K Yellow Gold
The Carrera y
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Vintage 1980s Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Elgin Yellow Gold Ornate Box-Hinge Hunter Case Pocket Watch
By Elgin
Located in Wallkill, NY
The movement is marked Elgin National Watch Co, serial number 16654345, 15 jewels, and dates to
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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Remontoir Cylindre 10 Rubis Woman
s Swiss Pocket Watch 14 Carat Gold Diamonds
Located in Vienna, AT
Remontoir Cylindre 10 Rubis Woman's Pocket Watch with three lids.
Made of 14 ct slight red gold
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Patek Philippe, an 18 Karat Gold Keyless Wind Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Firenze, IT
Chronometro Gondolo, Case & Cuvette No.244503, Movement & Cuvette No.139241, Circa 1905
Gilt Swiss lever movement with cut and compensated bi-metallic balance, white dial with black ...
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18k Gold Keyless Wind Open Face Pocket Watch Retailed by Gondolo
By Patek Philippe
Located in Firenze, IT
Patek Philippe. An 18K gold keyless wind open face pocket watch Retailed by Gondolo & Labouriau
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Viennese Ladies 18 Karat Gold Enamel and Diamonds Pocket Watch, circa 1900
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant Key-wind Ladie's Pocket Watch
18 Karat yellow gold, engraved case with black and gold
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Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Dragon Serpent Watch Pin Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with a red cabochon gemstone eye
Completed by a pin stem with locking closure and a watch pin hook for
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Amethyst Pearl 14 Karat Gold Watch Pin Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
pearls; well-matched with very good luster
Completed by a pin stem and closure with watch hook
Tested
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Amethyst Pearl 14 Karat Gold Watch Pin Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
pearls; well-matched with very good luster
Completed by a pin stem and closure with watch hook
Tested
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
English High Grade Lever in 18 Karat Gold with Enamel Dial and Sweep Seconds
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This classic high grade English Lever pocket watch
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Antique 1870s British Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Art Nouveau Baroque Pearl 14 Karat Gold Gargoyle Brooch Watch Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Completed by pin stem and closure with a watch hook
Tested as 14 karat gold
Circa: 1905
Measures: 7/8 x 1
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe for Marcus
Co. 18 Karat Solid Rose Gold Wristwatch, ca 1890s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Pendant Wrist Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Rose Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1890's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 44mm x 36mm
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Antique 1890s Swiss Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Chopard Ladies Yellow Gold Tiger Eye Dial mechanical Wristwatch, 1970s
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
This stylish retro vintage Chopard timepiece watch is made in 18-karat yellow gold. All original
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Late 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Wrist Watches
Materials
Tiger s Eye
Alling
Co. Art Nouveau Amethyst 14 Karat Gold Floral Watch Pin Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of florals and scrolled foliate
Completed by a pin stem and locking closure with a watch pin hook
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Whiteside and Blank Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Sapphire Dragon Watch Pin Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 0.25 carat total
Completed by watch hook for a drop and pin-stem with C style closure
Tested as
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Opal Pearl Winged Griffin Crown Brooch Watch Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, locking clasp and watch bale
Tested as 14 karat gold
Circa 1910
Measures: 1 1/8 x 7/8 inches
Total
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany
Co. Military Campaign Style with Rare Sweeps Seconds Hand from 1915
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
worn and it keeps excellent time as well. The watch is also fitted with a vintage style art nouveau
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver/Gold Guilloche Watch Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
piece, this watch pin/pendant would make a splendid addition to any Art Nouveau-era collection
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Krementz Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Enamel Dragon Watch Pin Brooch
By Krementz
Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
glossed by clear and pink enamel
Accented by a small pearl
Completed by watch hook for a drop and pin
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
14k Gold
Carter
Gough Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Chimera Dragon Watch Pin
By Carter Gough
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a highly rendered roaring lion face
Segueing into a spiraled surround of serpentine scales and foliate whiplash
Completed by a pin stem with closure
Maker's ...
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Gold
Art Nouveau A Dance to the Music of Time Diamond Gold Pendant Watch Necklace
Located in London, GB
Delightful Pendant Watch.
Inspirations: Nicolas Poussin - 'A Dance to the Music of Time' &
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique French Watch Chain 18k Yellow Solid Gold Edwardian Art Nouveau Necklace
Located in Mārupe, LV
Antique French Watch Chain 18k Yellow Gold Filigrane Balls Art Nouveau Edwardian.
Antique Art
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20th Century French Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Art Deco Silver Enamel Watch Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
whimsical enamel decoration. The manual wind watch concealed on one side is signed "Leicht-Mayer; Lucerne
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau More Jewelry
Materials
Enamel, Silver
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Chunky Watch Link Interlock Gold Collar Choker Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% genuine.
Signed at the back. Rare to find.
Size: 48 * 3 cm.
Weight: 113 g.
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Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful pa...
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Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Link Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Antique 18k Gold Old Cut Diamond Plojoux Geneve Enamel Watch Pendant and Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous and unique-looking antique dangle pin and pocket watch was crafted in solid 18k
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
French Art Nouveau Watch Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
This beautiful French watch pendant features a sublime, organic floral motif indicative of Art
Category
Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Watch Fob of Mythological Sea Creatures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Nouveau Mythological Sea Creatures Watch Fob
Antique watch fob, circa 1905. The design is
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Necklace Enhancers
Materials
14k Gold
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Nouveau Hunters Case Pocket Watch from, 1893
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
example of Art Nouveau Styling and is offered with an original period chain as well.
Through the American
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Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Nouveau Open Faced Pocket Watch from, 1905
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were generally produced by hand, in “cottage” industries. They
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
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Art Nouveau Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the art nouveau watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 202 vintage editions and 12 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect art nouveau watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, are consistently popular carat weights. Creating an art nouveau watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Patek Philippe, Tiffany
Co. and Artisan NYC are consistently popular. An art nouveau watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 62, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also rose cut and old european cut versions for sale. Most of our art nouveau watch for sale are for women, but there are 94 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Art Nouveau Watch?
The price for an art nouveau watch starts at $349 and tops out at $45,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $4,000.
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 Watch
- 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.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
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