Art Nouveau Necklace Opal Cabochon And Daisy Flower Motifs On Yellow Gold

Important French Belle Epoque Art Nouveau pendant in 750/°° yellow gold (18 KT, eagle's head hallmark) with plant and floral motifs framing a beautiful Australian opal cabochon. The floral motifs, notably representing daisies, are sculpted in high relief, which gives realism to this necklace with its opulent design. This jewel is faithful to the Art Nouveau spirit through its design, its theme and the choice of materials: opal is indeed a favorite stone of Art Nouveau and evokes, through its changing reflections and colors, the plant world in perpetual motion. We find in it the full spectrum of colors, including the highly sought-after reds and oranges, in perfect chromatic balance with the other tones. The sculpted flowers are all curves, a signature of this Art Nouveau movement, and the motif itself is curved so as to follow the curve of the bust. The motif has a very beautiful patina that highlights the sculpting work while on the back a thin layer of invisible varnish has been applied. Also on the back, two discreet rings serve as a hook for a rectangular yellow gold chain, equipped with two spring ring clasps. This chain is discreet and refined to leave all its space to the central motif and its remarkable sculpting work. A necklace with a motif very representative of the Art Nouveau period, with a luxurious but delicate design adorned with an opal of beautiful dimensions and shimmering colors. Estimated opal weight of 4.70 ct, dimensions of the opal without the closed setting: 1.56 X 1.2 cm Gross weight: 19.77 g Condition: tiny micro-scratches not visible to the naked eye, some slightly deformed rectangular links (not visible when worn) Possibility of payment entirely remotely via the site,. We remain at your disposal for any additional information concerning another method of payment. Our reference: HS6044