Did you know that jewelry is greatly influenced by art? This week, I’ve decided to highlight some beautiful jewelry influenced by three distinct artistic eras. It’s amazing to see how our lives and cultures are influenced by the artistic styles of differing periods.
Baroque
Example of German Baroque architecture.
Loosely translated, Baroque means elaborate. Though used now almost exclusively to reference an artistic style popular in the 17th and 18th century, originally the term baroque meant redundancy, excess, or an over indulgence of detail. In the case of Baroque art, it’s those excessive details that make it so impressive!
Between the years of 1590 – 1725 Baroque influence could be found in art, theater, architecture, music, and fashion – including jewelry. The elaborate, intricate patterns that are the hallmark of Baroque design have made a comeback in recent years. In fact, I found the awesome Gold Tone Baroque Bib Necklace above in our stock. True to Baroque style, there’s nothing subtle about this statement piece!
Art Nouveau
Gustav Klimt is among the most famous artists of the Art Nouveau movement.
Art Nouveau was most popular between 1890 – 1910. It can be recognized by intricate linear designs and flowing curves based on natural forms. Art Nouveau is sometimes referred to as a “total” art style, spanning influence from architecture, graphic art, and interior design to most of the decorative arts including furniture, textiles, housewares, lighting, and (of course) jewelry!
The piece I chose to represent this era is a beautifully intricate stretch cuff with filigree detailing. The linear curves and curls – as well as the floral pattern – are reminiscent of the Art Nouveau design.
Art Deco
The Empire State Building is one of the most famous examples of Art Deco architecture in the world.
Art Deco first appeared in France after World War I, and flourished internationally between 1920 – 1940. Art Deco style is know for it’s liner and geometric characteristics, ornamental features, and bold colors. It has sometimes been referred to as an “assertively modern” style. It is rich, alluring, and glamorous!
During the middle of the 20th century, Art Deco was commonly found in architecture, art – and even transportation. This era had a tremendous influence on jewelry design, so I knew I had to feature our glamorous Art Deco style earrings! They’re fun and fresh despite being a throwback, but as we all know – fashion always comes full circle!
Leave a comment below telling me which era you like best, and you’ll be entered to win one of these three beautiful, art-inspired pieces from SuperJeweler!
82 comments
Art Nouveau is my Favorite!
So very lovely, tiemless.
nice items!
I adore the whole look of Art Nouveau
I love the Art Deco Period and the earrings you chose. Beautiful.
So nice to see something different
I love Baroque and bib necklace just stunning
I love all three styles. It’s so hard to choose just one. I have grown up appreciating all forms of art.
Since I have to choose one, I will select Baroque.
Thank you for the opportunity
Baroque is a beautiful peace of art,
Art Deco
I like them all, but think the Art Nouveau is so chic.
Art Nouveau is my favorite.
I love Art Deco so much that sometimes I think I must have lived in the 1920’s!
Art Nouveau is a stunning style, it always makes me smile. What a beautiful era for art of all kinds.
Baroque! Love the bib necklace!!
Art Deco is beautiful!
Art Deco is my favorite. Beautiful earrings!!
I JUST LOVE ALL THE EXQUISITE JEWELS & WOULD BE PROUD TO OWN ANY ONE OF THEM THEY ARE ALL SO MAJESTIC & MAGICAL THEY BRING THAT ERA BACK TO LIFE!! BLESSED BE SUPER JEWELERS BLESSED BE!!!
Baroque
Baroque. Love that Period.
I am fascinated by all things baroque. Music, art etc.
Art Nouveu is my favorite but all the pieces are great
I love everything about the Baroque period. My favorite part of art and choir class in High School was when we talked about this specific period’s music, architecture, and art. Its just so ah inspiring and beautiful that it takes your breath away, especially the architecture.
I love the baroque era the bib necklace is gorgeous
Baroque is my top favorite and I love the necklace to represent it!
The Art Deco period is my favorite, and those earrings are gorgeous! Thank you for the giveaway!!
Adore Art Nouveau. The style, the era, everything about fascinates me.
So so much on my yearly visits to EUROPE. What can I say but just SPECTACULAR art work!
art deco for me
Do i have to pick just one? i love all 3 styles and have many of my own pieces of jewelry in them along with pieces i was lucky enough to inherit from my grandmother. :) if i have to pick just one i think that i will have to go with the Art Nouveau period as i have more pieces that will go with the bracelet, but i really love the Baroque style the best. LOL!
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Hard to decide, Art Deco though tips it for me x
that braclets the bomb great piece
I’m all about that Art Deco! Though, the Baroque also really turns my crank.
I love the Art Deco! So gorgeous!
Art Deco
I like Art Deco as my favorite.
I like the Art Deco period the best.
just love Art Deco Jewelry
oh boy, SO easy for me to choose. NOTHING I like better than Baroque. LOL oh yes, the more ornate and fancy and gold covered, the more I love it. You should see my bedroom! LOL My husband says.. um well…good thing my eyes are usually closed in here.. in the dark or all the bling would keep me up!
The Baroque era is my favorite. The Art Nouveau jewelry is nice, and would go great with a burgundy colored velvet dress, especially the Baroque design.
I would love to win any of these pieces. I’m surprised that you chose the Empire State building and not the Chrysler Building. One is better known, but the other is more of an example of Art Deco. Thanks for the chance to win.
My favorite is Art Deco
They’re all similar, but my favorite is the baroque period. All of the pieces you featured are stunning though!
Art Deco I love although I like them all :) I love all your blog’s, they all have very educational information in them, that I love learning.
Thank you
Jenn
My favourite is the Art Deco. Love the earrings.
art deco!!!!!!!!!!!!! ty
Love Art Deco
the art deco earrings
Love the Baroque style… so beautiful!!!
Baroque
I love the Baroque-inspired necklace! Very pretty.
this is my favorite era- love love Art Deco. You never go wrong as they are timeless pieces – I love the whole selection-
Art Deco is my favorite
I’m a sucker for all three styles!! Each has a different personality. For sheer glamour, Baroque is very eye-catching. I’m usually attracted to Art Deco styles, especially in architectural details, but I get that “wow” feeling from Art Nouveau. Klimt is one of my favorite painters, but for definitive Art Nouveau art, Alphonse Mucha takes top prize. :)
Art Deco
Art Deco,timeless !
Baroque is stunning!
I like al of them,but my favorite is Baroque….Thank you!
love it
Art Noveau
I’ve loved Art Deco since a friend gave me a book of Erte’s illustrations.
Art Deco has always been my passion!
I really found this “Throw back Thursday” interesting, I really like the Art Nouveau! Thanks for the interesting Art and Jewelry knowledge!
Art Deco
They are all beautiful!
luv to win such a pretty necklace. ty
Definately Art Nouveau!
I love the Art Deco Period
I really love all 3 pieces, just so glamorous looking! But if I absolutely had to choose one, I would have to pick the Art Nouveau bracelet- so unique! Also do love the Art Deco earrings as well, very beautiful! :)
Love these!
Baroque is great…loveable…I badly need it!
Baroque
I like the Baroque.
I think the art nouveau bracelet is incredibly gorgeous! Love the detail!
i am a gemini, so guess that’s why i like 2 equally. the baroque and art nouveau. both are lovely
I really love the baroque.
Brittney you did an awesome job on this piece! When I learn something while shopping for jewelry, it makes everything more beautiful cause it has a story to tell when someone remarks about the beauty of the jewelry. So of course I love the earrings (Where have you been hiding these earrings. I didn’t know that was the Empire State Building. Anyway Art Deco for me.
art deco
I love the art nouveau! just beautiful.
All so beautiful!
it is earing that I love- deco all the way!
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