Defining Movements: Art Nouveau

Gem Pursuit

Unlike the fleeting trends of the modern day, antique jewellery comes from times of defined eras and movements that inspired many artists and makers.

We’ve covered jewellery eras in a past series but we never got to dive into this incredible movement that shaped art, design, architecture and of course jewellery. Although sometimes considered an acquired taste, art nouveau can be appreciated for its unique, beautiful style and the talent it took to create. Matthew and Alyce look back at the evolution of the movement and how it was influenced by worldly events, along with why the style was considered progressive or even risqué. They also share their favourite icons of the era and offer trade tips on how to add some pieces to your own collection.

THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT

• Art movements compared to fleeting modern trends
• The worldly influences on the Art Nouveau evolution
• Defining the style with free flowing lines and nature inspiration
• Trade tips for adding Art Nouveau pieces to your collection
• Icons of the era: Fouquet and Lalique

MORE INFORMATION

French Art Nouveau ring featuring Colombian emerald cabochon https://www.instagram.com/p/CwubyTLo2Jl/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Art Nouveau coin ring featuring a whimsical woman adorning a diamond necklace

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1uMGd-suae/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Social Media

• IG - @CourtvilleAntiques
• FB - @Courtvilleantiques
• Tik Tok - @matthew.weldon
• YouTube - @courtvilleantique
• Pinterest - @courtville

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QUOTES

When I think about movements from the past, it's a lot like something going viral on Instagram or something going viral on social media today. - Alyce Ketcher

When I think of Art Nouveau, you’ve really got to set the scene in terms of what's going on in the world that actually led to this movement. - Matthew Weldon

The free flowing lines, the female body, the insects, the imagination, and the almost fantasy style. You can really appreciate it and Art Nouveau as an art form, - Matthew Weldon

You cannot talk about Art Nouveau without talking about my icon, it's impossible. And what's really interesting about my icon is that he kind of never set out to be a jeweller. - Alyce Kethcer

KEYWORDS

#artnouveau #jewellery #design #jewel #enamel #art