20th Century Art Deco Gold-Plated Collar in Azabache and Crystals, 1930s

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Necklace, Jet and Crystals, Gold Plated, Art Deco, Early 20th Century
Type: Necklace
Materials: Jet and crystal beads, gold plated
… Read more Necklace, Jet and Crystals, Gold Plated, Art Deco, Early 20th Century
Type: Necklace
Materials: Jet and crystal beads, gold plated
Style: Art Deco
Period: Early 20th Century
Good condition considering its age and use
Dimensions: 27 x 15.3 x 0.5 cm
Total Weight: 91 g
Elegant Art Deco cascading necklace of jet and crystal beads with a gold plating, from the early 20th century.
The piece is structured around a delicate choker formed by two rows of faceted crystals set in prongs on a gold-plated mount. At the back of the neck, this chain changes to one of rounded, faceted stones. It closes with a box clasp with a tongue, concealed by a black gemstone. from this main choker hangs a cascade in the form of a bib, composed of multiple strands of jet beads interspersed at the ends with small yellow crystals.

It is a truly exquisite piece that adds a refined touch to any outfit. A unique collector's item that stands out for its distinction and sophisticated, timeless beauty.
Art Deco is an artistic style that originated in Paris after World War II and arose as a quest for artistic innovation. A movement that particularly influenced the decorative arts, but left no field untouched by its influence. from architecture to fashion, Art Deco became the quintessential symbol of glamour, a new, liberating spirit with clear characteristics that make it easily recognizable, rarely overlooked, and which managed to become the leading decorative style worldwide.
It draws on futuristic and cubist aesthetics and Egyptian and Oriental influences that lend exoticism and luxury to a style already marked by clear and defined geometry. An exquisite combination of the past with modernity. In general, it is characterized by: geometric and symmetrical designs, combinations of high-contrast gemstones, precision settings in platinum or white metals, and inspiration drawn from stylized architectural and floral motifs… See less