Antique Vintage Nouveau Sterling Silver Chinese Rattan Wood Bangle Bracelet 8.2g

Description

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Listing Description by: Cait P.
The Piece
Age Circa:
Art Nouveau C. 1890 - 1910
Markings:
Unmarked
, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin:
China
Brand:
Unknown
Gram Weight:
8.2 grams
Metal Type:
.925 sterling silver
Material:
Lacquered rattan wood
Main Stone:
--
Main Stone Measurements/Color: --
Accent Stone:
--
Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
--
Stone Treatment:
--
Stone Cuts:
--
Item Measurements:
Wearable length and inner circumference
: 7.45"
Wrist gap:
2.45"
Band width:
0.25"
Bracelet Type:
Bangle bracelet
Closure/Clasp Type:
The bracelet is meant to be worn over the wrist through the gap
Link Type:
Rounded and polished
sterling silver and lacquered wood
Notable Features:
Handmade during the Art Nouveau era in China
Composed of .925 sterling silver and lacquered rattan wood
Features the image of a dragon and curling motifs on the silver portion of the bracelet
Damage:
Age appropriate wear.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Nouveau era, 1890-1910, was also called "La Belle Epoque" in French, which translates to "A Beautiful Time.” This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period.  This era focused on women and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a common material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over the production of many products, including some jewelry.
Chinese export jewelry became popular during the late Victorian period and persisted until the 1960s. During this period, Chinese craftsmen were considered by far the best in the world. The rich and wealthy would custom-order a piece through their local jeweler, who would send the design off to China to be made and sent back to Europe. This lengthy process was very expensive, making Chinese export pieces highly desirable, then and now.
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