Gold arabesque bracelet “Octavie”

Description

Heavy bracelet from the early twentieth century in 18-carat gold formed by a succession of vegetal arabesque motifs and twisted link, secured by a lobster clasp. A piece that is both imposing and refined, very evocative of the Art Nouveau style.
Length: 19 cm
Weight: 15.11g
Gold hallmark 750
This unique piece had a previous life in France.

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 foliage, fruit, flowers, animals… Art Nouveau jewelers, 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.