1890s German Art Nouveau Lavender Champlevé Enamel Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace

This is an Art Nouveau pendant necklace from Germany, dating back to the 1890s. It is crafted from silver gilt and adorned with champlevé enamel and mother of pearl. The necklace hails from Pforzheim, Germany, known as the "Golden City." Situated near the Black Forest, it was one of Germany's most prosperous towns before World War II. From the late 18th century to the early 20th century, Pforzheim's exquisite gold plating, goldsmithing techniques, and strategic location made it a European jewelry center, holding a significant place in jewelry history. The thriving jewelry-making industry fostered numerous skilled jewelers and factories (such as Grossé, a manufacturer for Dior). In the late 19th century, talented designers in Pforzheim embraced enamel and gemstones as their creative mediums. The designs from this era and town broke from convention, establishing a unique and highly recognizable style. A wealth of illustrated guides and research books are dedicated to the jewelry creations from Pforzheim. The necklace features an intricate and exquisite structure. The oval centerpiece is decorated with swirling champlevé enamel in a soft lavender hue, evoking a mystical aura. The openwork design brings a light balance to the linear composition, with leaf-like motifs separating the pale purple sections like a curtain, connecting to the square details on the border. This creates rich layers in both the outlines and the raised surfaces. The large expanse of mother of pearl at the center draws the eye back, its pearlescent white complementing the purple base, exuding a romantic and elegant feel. The surrounding chains form dynamic lines, lending tension to the entire piece, with mother of pearl embellishing the terminal points. The overall design is complex yet delicate, filled with thoughtful details, a testament to the reputation of the "Golden City." The piece is in good antique condition, showing normal signs of oxidation and wear. The enamel is almost entirely intact. Please note that this is a century-old antique item, not a new product. Origin: Germany Year: 1890s Materials: Silver gilt, champlevé enamel Gemstone: Mother of pearl Dimensions: Pendant 7.2x2.2 cm, Oval centerpiece 3.2x1.8 cm, Single chain length 18 cm Weight: 7.4g Condition: Good antique condition, with normal oxidation and signs of wear. Enamel is almost entirely intact. Purchase Information: Antique jewelry refers to pieces "over a hundred years old." Items less than a century old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All jewelry sold by Xiangcheng Antique Jewelry comes with a brand guarantee certificate detailing the item's era, materials, and other specifics. Full refunds will be issued if the product does not match the certificate. Before each sale, the condition of every item is meticulously recorded using photographic equipment to ensure customers are fully aware of any flaws or signs of use. The photographs form an integral part of the product description. Therefore, customers are urged to carefully assess their purchase intent before completing the checkout process. Due to the unique nature of the items sold by our brand, we regret that returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for any reason, including minor flaws or signs of age. Please confirm your purchase decision carefully before checkout to avoid any disputes. Shipping Methods: Enjoy "free shipping on any purchase" for Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. All shipments within Taiwan will be sent via registered mail by the Post Office. If registered mail is inconvenient, please specify store pickup (7-11 or FamilyMart) in your order and provide the store name or code. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.