Gold and opal ring “Marica”

Description

Sublime ring from the Art Nouveau era (Jugendstil in Germany) in 14 carat gold featuring a vegetal pattern of branches embellished with 5 white opal cabochons of 0.1 carats each. Like opalescent cherry blossoms, their pink, blue and purple reflections offer a continuous play of light, sublimated by yellow gold. A stunning piece of jewelry.
Size: FR 53 / UK N / US 6.5
Weight: 6.69g
Shell hallmark.
This ring has had previous lives in Germany.

The story: The period between the end of the nineteenth century (1895) and the beginning of the twentieth century (1910) saw the birth of the Art Nouveau movement, which would impact architecture, art and jewelry. This artistic movement highlights the aesthetics of curved lines consisting of interlacing of foliage, fruits, flowers, animals, etc. Art Nouveau jewellers, wanting to put an end to the rigour and symmetry of 19th century jewelry, created new techniques and used new materials such as horn, tortoiseshell, amber, and cloisonné enamel. Exotic stones or stones with exceptional color schemes are also popular, such as jade, turquoise or opal.