1890-1900s French Art Nouveau Fern Leaf Two-color Pendant

This pendant is surrounded by sapphires and pearls in the middle with realistic fern bed plants and sea wave lines on all sides. Viewed from the side, there is a full circle of hollows on the periphery, which brings considerable thickness to the work but still looks light; the center is decorated with smooth platinum ribbons Through, presenting the contrast of two colors. It should be specially mentioned that the platinum lines are made of three-dimensional multi-layers (not a single molding, but made separately as an accessory and then inlaid), not the original 18k gold part color plating. In addition to making it more labor-intensive than color plating, this is a method that can only be found in century-old antique jewelry. Introduction to the historical background: The Art Nouveau period (Art Nouveau 1890-1915) has different names in various places. It is called "Jugendstil" in Germany, "Secession" in Vienna, Austria, and "Arts and Crafts Movement" in the United Kingdom. . Although the names are different, the overall concept and form are similar. The biggest feature is that the works are inspired by natural animals and plants, presented with soft but dynamic and realistic lines, that is, the so-called organic form; with strong decorative interest and aesthetic feeling, it is a reflection of the neoclassical style that emphasizes structure and rationality A reaction. Origin: France Year: 1890-1900s Material: 18k gold, platinum, natural pearls, sapphires, diamonds Size: pendant 2.4*1.9 cm, head length 1 cm Weight: 1.4g Condition: Good, some scratches and oxide marks. It is not brand new, it is an antique jewelry more than a hundred years old Purchase Notes: Antique jewelry means jewelry that is "more than a hundred years old". Those that are less than a hundred years old can only be called second-hand jewelry or modern jewelry (vintage or second-hand jewelry). All accessories sold with inlaid antique jewelry will be accompanied by a brand warranty, detailing the age and material of the jewelry, etc. If the product and the warranty are not true, you will return it unconditionally. Before each product is sold, the state of the product will be recorded in detail with camera equipment, so that members can know whether the product has defects or traces of use, etc. The photos are part of the description of the product. If you really have the willingness to buy, once you complete the checkout process, the products sold by this brand are quite special, and it is difficult to return or exchange them for any reason including defects or depreciation. Willingness to buy to avoid disputes.