Antique Vintage Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Cast Georg Jensen Style Earrings

Description

We have a matching
Georg Jensen style bracelet, which would pair nicely with these earrings, up for sale this week. To view in a separate listing, please visit our store and search "Georg Jensen" under our auction items.
The Piece
Age Circa:
Art Nouveau C. 1890 - 1910
Markings:
Unmarked, Tested, Guaranteed
Country of Origin:
Unknown
Brand:
Unknown
Gram Weight:
9.6 Grams
Metal Type:
.925 Sterling Silver
Material:
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Main Stone:
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Main Stone Carat Weight/Color:
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Accent Stone:
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Accent Stone Carat Weight/Color:
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Stone Cuts:
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Item Measurements:
The earrings measure 0.84"" long and 0.60" wide.
Earring Style:
Stud
Earring Backing Style:
Post with threaded post backings. Your local jeweler can easily convert these to the preferred backing style you desire.
For Pierced or Non-Pierced Ears:
Pierced
Notable Features:
These earrings were handmade during the Art Nouveau era. The gorgeous Georg Jensen style earrings were hand crafted with .925 sterling silver. There are two leaves with intricate detail on either side of a large granulated bead. The leaves each have a small hole in the bottom, which allows light to filter through. Each earring is a beautiful representation of the Danish styling of Georg Jensen. The flowing lines and calming natural leaf motif are classic elements of this style and complete a lovely pair of earrings. These earrings are finished off with a sterling silver post with screw backing. Don't miss out on your chance to own this incredible piece of history!
Damage:
Age appropriate wear.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Nouveau era, 1890-1910, was also called "La Belle Epoque" in French, which translates to "A Beautiful Time.”  This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period.  This era focused on women and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a common material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over production of many products, including some jewelry.
Georg Jensen was a Danish silversmith and founded his first shop in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1904. His background in fine arts, combined with his silversmithing, allowed him to create beautiful and high-quality jewelry which quickly became highly sought after. In the 1920s he opened locations in Berlin, London, and New York, producing popular Art Nouveau and Art Deco pieces. His pieces were known for their whimsical nature scenes, with flowing lines, and serene images. Georg Jensen pieces often used sterling silver and incorporated amber, malachite, moonstones, and opals. Although Jensen passed away in 1935, the company continued in his name, and is still in operation today. Vintage Georg Jensen pieces are highly collectible.
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Gold: .00 + .00 per additional gold item & silver items combine for free
Silver: .00 + .00 per additional gold item & silver items combine for free
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