This jewelry is adapted from a belt buckle, a functional decoration that enjoyed popularity during the Art Nouveau period (1890-1914) for its ability to showcase the flowing lines and nature-inspired subjects of the style. It also added instant flair to any woman’s wardrobe.
· Materials: pewter with gold finish, faux pearls, post earring · Height: 3/4" · Adapted from a ca. 1902 design by Jean Baptiste Saint-Yves, French (active 1898-1909), The Kreuzer Collection, The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts · Made in Thailand · Weight: 0.16 oz (4.54 g) |