Jewellery Periods – Belle Époque Jewellery (1871-1914)
Meaning the ‘Beautiful Era’ in French, the Belle Époque was a period of peace and prosperity marked by increasing wealth and flourishing arts. Known as the Edwardian Age in Great Britain and the Gilded Age in the United States, this was an extraordinary and transitional time in human history – and Belle Époque jewellery was certainly made to reflect that.
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Jewellery Periods – Antique Victorian Jewellery (1837-1901)
The Victorian era is one of the closest to my heart. More than just the grandiose designs and bright gemstones lure me in; it’s the rich symbolism and sentimentality that make antique Victorian jew...
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Jewellery Periods – Art Nouveau Jewellery (1895-1910)
No other art form has celebrated the love for the unique, magical, and even erotic the way that Art Nouveau jewellery did. Translating to New Art in French, this short but impactful design period a...
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