Art Nouveau History and Earrings
The 1920s and early 1930s saw significant jewellery design innovations during the Art Deco era, which had a global impact on art, architecture, and fashion. It is frequently referred to as the first really global creative movement, and it continues to have an impact on a wide range of contemporary art genres.
The Chrysler and Empire State Buildings, two of the most recognizable structures that dominate the New York skyline, were both designed using elements of the Art Deco style, which is arguably best known for this.
Although many of the period’s achievements can be found in far more compact artifacts, these incredible feats of construction stand as some of the most enduring testaments to this age of artistic expression thanks to their stark, geometric forms and abstract, regular lines.
One of the most exquisite pieces of jewelry produced during the Art Deco era by jewelers was the wide variety of earrings that were made at that time.
Art Deco Design and Materials
Craftspeople in the Art Deco era had access to a wide range of unique gold alloys with various characteristics and hues. In the years between the two world wars, lower-carat alloys and technological advancements made it possible to easily produce mathematically exact and robust designs.
Due to the public’s fascination with fresh archaeological discoveries, the jewelers of the time were inspired to combine modern geometric motifs with ancient influences.
At this period, platinum, a silvery metal that is significantly more precious than white gold, also saw a significant increase in popularity. The varieties of gemstones that were popular were affected by the use of these metals. Despite working with a wide range of stones, Art Deco jewelers tended to favor stones with a cooler tint. The valued aquamarine, a light blue kind of beryl, was frequently combined with diamonds.
