Apr 25
2022
Vtg Art Deco Goddess Erato French Reverse Molded Glass Pendant 4 Necklace
Fresh looking, soft wear is noticeable only on close inspection. Gold setting has a bright patina with minor surface wear, no dents. Glass has fresh sheen with no chips and light surface wear. Molded design is crisp and distinct. Bale is secure and original. Tests for gold filled, g. Tiny maker mark on bale shows the refined construction of this Art Deco pendant was made in France. Thin and delicate, it’s angular silhoutte frames the intricate reverse molded depiction of the Goddess Erato. Gemstones are time consuming to cut, requiring a high degree of skill from a trained craftsman, and glass cabochons can be equally complicated to manufacture on a large scale while keeping costs down. These constraints are only a few of the reasons you often see similar shapes of stones used in jewelry. For example, for a striking look as well as a unique find. On the Art Nouveau Movement. Design motifs of the Art Nouveau movement from the early 20th century are all about stylized, curving and flowing lines found in nature. Though occurring at a similar time as the Arts and Crafts movement and sharing some design sensibilities, the Art Nouveau was far more whimsical and lighthearted. Popular figural motifs included fairies, flowers, and the “Art Nouveau lady” (a highly feminine woman generally depicted with flowing and flowered hair). _gsrx_vers_1326 GS 8.4.1 (1326). This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “oxfordjewel” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada.
- Brand: Unbranded
- Antique: No
- Type: Pendant
- Department: Women
- Era: Victorian (1837-1901)
- Style: Pendant
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Jewelry Department: Fashion
- Vintage: Yes
Tags:deco, erato, french, glass, goddess, molded, necklace, pendant, reverse