Reserved for A***Wonderful c1900 Jugendstil pendant necklace in silver and malachite from Pforzheim

£795.00

A quality piece of Pforzheim Jugendstil work, hand-crafted and in super condition, c1900

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RESERVED for A only -thank you!!!!

A fabulous c1900 Jugendstil (German Art Nouveau) design, clearly having been created in Pforzheim, Germany. A show-stopping and bold design, which reminded me immediately of the designs of Alfred Bernheim for Theodor Fahrner, but also very similar to other examples by the firm of Levinger Bissinger, some of which were unmarked too. (Please see photo from p.243 of Fritz Falk’s book “Art Nouveau Jewellery from Pforzheim” for similar pendants with suspended chain sections). It would be remiss of me also not to mention the design is similar to the “jellyfish” designs c1900 of Christian Seybold, whose designs I greatly admire. It is a beautiful thing.

This striking and intricate pendant uses two beautiful cabochons of malachite to really heighten the overall design. The principal stone is triangular, which also catches the eye within that circular halo of hand-hammered silver. Five chains are suspended below the main plaque and they are gathered in to attach the secondary part of the pendant with its square cabochon of malachite. Amazing to see the artistry of using different shapes together, the circle, the square and the triangle.

As was fairly typical in these quality Jugendstil pieces, three graduated chains are suspended below, each set with a natural river pearl. As you can see the pendant is in excellent condition and retains a little patina, adding depth to the hammering work. It is such an attractive piece of design.  It measures approx 8.4cm in height by approx 3cm in width. The fine silver chain is included in the listing. It measures approx 47cm (18.5 inches) in length.

A rare and delicious antique Jugendstil design in super all-original condition. I shall send in a new gift box as the boxes in the images are for display only. Complimentary international courier and special delivery to the UK are included. Thank you.

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