Month: February 2022

Antique Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Southeast Asian Ethnic Bangle Bracelet

We have similar Art Deco items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. Age Circa : Art Deco C. Markings : Unmarked, Tested, and Guaranteed. Country of Origin : Southeast Asia. Gram Weight : 40.8 Grams. Main Stone Measurements/Color. Accent Stone Measurements/Color. Item Measurements : The bracelet has a wearable length and inner circumference of 8.41″ and measures 0.48″ wide and 0.46 thick. The wrist gap measures 2.68 across. Bracelet Type : Bangle Bracelet. Closure/Clasp Type : There is no clasp as this bracelet is meant to slip over the wrist through the gap. Link Type : Rounded Repousse Sterling Silver. Notable Features : This bracelet was handmade during the Art Deco era. The bracelet was made in Southeast Asia and is composed of. This bracelet in particular was picked up on a trip to Southeast Asia and brought back as a reminder of the experience for the traveler. As well as being an excellent example of jewelry created in Southeast Asian countries during this era, the bracelet also showcases ancient Etruscan influences, a result of the Etruscan Revival movement that began the century prior. In this bracelet, the sterling silver has been hand hammered to create the hollow, repousse band, making it comfortable and lightweight when worn. Adorning the outside of the band are curling, rope twist accents which would have been twisted entirely by hand, resulting in a flawless and beautiful pattern reminiscent of the the styles of ancient Etruscan jewelry. As this bracelet lacks a clasp, it is meant to slip over the wrist through the gap. A beautifully crafted piece of jewelry with a fascinating history, this bracelet would make an excellent addition to any antique jewelry collection. Don’t miss your chance to own this piece of cultural history. Damage : Age appropriate wear. A light patina on the sterling silver gives this piece an antique quality, which we believe is quite lovely. A few of the rope twist strands are loose and stick out from the band; however, your local jeweler can easily remove or repair these, if desired. The price has been reduced to reflect this. This listing is for the item only. The Art Deco era is famous for being the “Gatsby” or “Roaring Twenties” era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specifically cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand. Archaeological revival jewelry was inspired by the excavations and discoveries of Roman, Byzantine, Egyptian, and Etruscan sites in the 18th and 19th Centuries. These archaeological digs uncovered beautiful works of decorative arts, giving jewelers a glimpse into the past for inspiration for contemporary designs. Some of the revival styles incorporate the use of filigree and granulation decorations. The revival styles emphasized the contrast between antiquity and modernity, with jewelers of the modern world borrowing motifs and techniques from the ancients, to perfect with advanced technologies and incorporate into modern designs. Etruscan revival jewelry swept into popularity in the early 1800s with the Victorian era discovery of Etruscan tombs just outside of Rome in Italy. These archaeological digs unearthed beautiful golden jewelry that had been meticulously ornamented with tiny gold beads, featuring flowing geometric shapes, celestial motifs, and a plethora of sacred and Greco-Roman mythological figures. The techniques of repoussé, filigree, and granulation are all attributed to the Etruscans. Jewelers all over the world avidly began to attempt to replicate these ancient techniques, changing the way fine jewelry was made for many years. Repoussé began as an ancient metalworking technique dating as far back as the 3rd century BC, involving malleable metal that was hammered onto the reverse side to create an image on the front. Examples are found all over the world; Greece, Egypt, and even the Hopewell periods in the American southeast. Reverse side hammering was also used to add detail to the front, creating intricate patterns using grooves, indentations, and channeling. The piece was then carefully polished to create a hollow, eye-catching treasure. Please take this into consideration before. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Bracelets & Charms”. The seller is “abeautifultimeco” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
• Style: Bangle
• Metal: Sterling Silver
• Modified Item: No
• Clasp Type: Bangle Bracelet
• Metal Purity: .925
• Ethnic Origin: South-East Asian
• Type: Bracelet
• Jewelry Department: Fine
• Brand: Unbranded