Sunday 20 December 2015

Art Nouveau Lady Stick Pin or Hat Pin

                                                              $32

This is a delightful Art Nouveau stick or hat pin featuring this beautiful lady.  She sits back in the metal surroundings and dominates the pin.  The border of the hat pin is beautiful, with scroll work and a recess or groove separating it from the centre.   It is then replicated by the inner border that smooths and echos the flourishes.

Hat pins were utilised from the mid 19th century for ladies to keep their straw hats in place.   The pins then became longer and more elaborate to match changes in hairstyles and hats.  The pins were used across all sectors of society and, therefore, one finds pins made from enamel, tortoise shell, ivory and other expensive materials.  Equally there would be much simpler hat pins perhaps with just a black or white pin for the working girls.  The pins would often be made to match buttons on outfits or to feature gemstones and could be worked in high grade gold or a gold or silver wash.  

Starting a collection of hat pins is, therefore, highly rewarding as there is so much versatility to consider, while also providing a great investment for the future.

Consider my lady,  she is very indicative of the Art Nouveau period.  This is the image we often evoke - a beautiful lady with a bohemian lifestyle.  So I imagine her original owner was attracted to her for the same reasons that we are, and probably cared about her deeply.  She is in very good vintage condition for her age.

The pin measures 2 3/4" in length with the lady just over 1/4" wide.

Sunday 29 November 2015

Art Deco Brooch, Iris Glass, 1940s Vintage Jewelry, Gift for Her SPRING SALE

Art Deco Brooch, Iris Glass, 1940s Vintage Jewelry, Gift for Her SPRING SALE



https://www.etsy.com/listing/274420898/art-deco-brooch-iris-glass-1940s-vintage?ga_search_query=iris+glass+brooch&ref=shop_items_search_1


An unbelievably beautiful piece featuring three circles of rainbow effect, cushion cut rhinestones that surround a larger central glass stone. All the stones are prong set.  The gold tone prongs and settings add further glitter to this dazzling show.  The brooch is dome shaped to create depth and dimension, and the settings are open backed to allow the light to shine through these stones. It is secured with a roll over c clasp.

This would make a beautiful accessory for a bride as a sash pin or hair accessory. There is a touch of blue in the Iris glass prism of colour.

The pin is in very good vintage condition, measuring 1 1/4" diameter

This would have been manufactured during the transitional period, a movement from the dainty delicate jewelry of the earlier Art Deco years to the retro heavier pieces of the 1950s. Iris glass is very much an earlier influence.

Iris glass is highly collectible.  Up until the end of the 19th century, iris glass was naturally found in the banks of rivers sourced in the European Alps.  It was a form of quartz with an irridescence achieved by the internal fracturing as it made its way down from the mountains. This natural supply of Rhine stones was soon exhausted.  Bohemian makers in the Gablonz region, therefore, began production of an artificial gemstone that replicated the prism qualities of iris glass by substituting with strands of colour.  These rhinestones proved to be a commerical success and were demanded worldwide. 


$35 plus $5 shipping

Coupon Code OURBOUDOIRBLOG10 will give you a discount of 10% when used at the checkout.

Amethyst Art Deco Ring, 14K White Gold, 1920s Vintage Jewelry



Available at OurBoudoir

$575












A beautiful amethyst Art Deco ring featuring a long, smooth rectangular amethyst stone set on a beautiful filigree setting with flowers featured beneath the stone. The shanks of the band feature matching open metalwork to the ring setting, and engraving extends down the sides. 
The ring is a genuine 1920s piece that my jeweller has resized.

A wonderful statement of love and loyalty, this would make a great anniversary ring or alternative engagement ring.  

Size 7 1/2, 18mm amethyst gemstone

In very good vintage condition


With its bold designs and vivid colour palette, Art Deco will never go out of fashion.  We continue to celebrate the energy and excitement of the Roaring Twenties. 

If you are interested in this item then please visit either of these web sites listed below:

http://ourboudoironline.com/462/amethyst-art-deco-ring-14k-white-gold-1920s-vintage-jewelry

https://www.etsy.com/listing/258518838/black-friday-sale-amethyst-art-deco-ring?ref=listing-shop-header-2

Coupon Code OURBOUDOIRBLOG10 will give you a discount of 10% when used at the checkout.

Amethyst Glass Bracelet Gold Fill Sterling Silver 1920s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry


Available at OurBoudoir 

$275.00









This is a stunning Art Deco bracelet featuring these magnificent bezel set amethyst glass squares which are separated by complicated gold fill/sterling silver open panels. The centres of the open panels are stepped and surrounded by highly crafted filigree metal. The bracelet is secured by a push in clasp and a safety chain. It is hallmarked with the British symbol for sterling silver, at the Birmingham assay office, the anchor. It also carries the marks DOUBLE and a triangle with RW engraved inside. These presumably are the initials of the silversmith.

This bracelet is in excellent vintage condition.  It is rare to find such an excellent example of early 20th Century craftsmanship.  The bold design and vivid colour ensures that this piece will never go out of fashion.  Furthermore, sterling silver is an excellent medium to work with as its strength does not fail over time.

The bracelet measures 7 1/2" in length and 3/4" wide

If you are interested in this item then please visit either of these web sites listed below:


http://ourboudoironline.com/464/amethyst-glass-bracelet-gold-fill-sterling-silver-1920s-art-deco-vintage-jewelry
https://www.etsy.com/listing/258523072/black-friday-sale-amethyst-glass

Coupon Code OURBOUDOIRBLOG10 will give you a discount of 10% when used at the checkout.



Thursday 13 August 2015

Fishel Nessler Art Deco Necklace, Joan of Arc Coat of Arms



This company was first founded on 5th Avenue in 1885 and jewelry created during the early period is stamped F.N. CO, later jewelry includes their logo of a fish.  The company ceased operations in 1937, but interestingly Trifari started up in 1925 with Trifari, Krussman and Fishel.  We do not know if the 2nd generation Carl Fishel is a descendant, but it is a remarkable coincident if not.

The theme of Joan of Arc is very popular.  She has been immortalised for her devotion and faith in the King of France, and we are all deeply saddened by her horrific death.

The quality of this piece is self-evident.  It has stood the test of time thanks to robust material and quality craftsmanship.


https://www.etsy.com/listing/243921878/joan-of-arc-coat-of-arms-art-deco?ref=shop_home_active_13

SOLD