Antique Vintage Nouveau Sterling Silver 22k Gold Wash Etruscan 2.53" L Earrings

Description

We have similar Etruscan and Art Nouveau items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Etruscan" or "Art Nouveau" under our Buy-It-Now items.
Listing Description by: Megan E.
The Piece
Age Circa
: Art Nouveau C. 1900
Markings
: Unmarked, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin
: Unknown
Brand
: Unknown
Gram Weight
: 9.3 grams
Metal Type
: 22k Gold wash over sterling silver
Material
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Main Stone
: --
Main Stone Measurements/Color
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Accent Stone
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Accent Stone Measurements/Color
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Stone Treatment:
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Stone Cuts
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Item Measurements
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Length: 2.53" (from top of hook to bottom of earring)
Width: 0.55"
Depth: 0.33" (including hook)
Earring Style
: Drop / Dangle
Earring Backing Style
: Shepard's hook backings. Your jeweler can easily convert these to the preferred backing style you desire.
For Pierced or Non-Pierced Ears
: Pierced
Notable Features:
These earrings were carefully handmade in the ancient style during the Art Nouveau era
Created using difficult repousse metal working techniques to hollow out the inside
Handmade intentional imperfections highlight the true Etruscan revival movement
Etruscan inspired granulated beads and accents add an extra element to the design of these earrings
Earrings comfortably dangle heavy from the ear
Damage
: Age appropriate wear. Patina is present from wear over the years, and we believe this adds a lovely appearance to the earrings.
*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 the production of many products, including some jewelry.
Etruscan Revival jewelry was first popularized during the early 1800s when an Etruscan tomb was discovered just outside of Rome. Upon its discovery, jewelers worked to imitate and understand the metalworking techniques with which the jewelry was made. Not only was Etruscan jewelry a luxurious addition to the Victorian styles of the day. But it introduced new ideas and decorations. These Etruscan tombs contained jewelry adorned with long and flowing geometric lines and motifs, mythological imagery and scenery, and celestial elements. The techniques of repoussé, filigree, and granulation are all attributed to the Etruscans.
Repoussé began as an ancient metalworking technique dating as far back as the 3
rd
century BC, involving malleable metal that was hammered onto the reverse side to create an image on the front. Examples are found all over the world; Greece, Egypt, and even the Hopewell periods in the American southeast. Reverse side hammering was also used to add detail to the front, creating intricate patterns using grooves, indentations, and channeling. The piece was then carefully polished to create a hollow, eye-catching treasure.
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