French Art Nouveau Long Chain circa 1900 1890s A great example of the

A great example of the intersection between the jewel tone color palate and focus on textile arts that defined the hyper-feminine style of the 1860's

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French artisans created many such examples of fine French jet glass jewelry

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French Art Nouveau Long Chain circa 1900 1890s A great example of theA 33 inch French chain rendered in 18ct gold, composed of fluid figure eight links that embody the sensuous line of the Art Nouveau period. The links create a continuous rhythm across the necklineneither rigid nor overly delicate, but precisely balanced between the two. It is this duality that defines the piece: strong enough to anchor a pendant of consequence, yet elegant enough to be worn alone; single or doubled. I am often asked what the most