Art Déco Necklaces

(around 1920 to 1940)

In the search for timelessly elegant jewellery, Art Déco necklaces stand out in particular. Opulent materials meet geometric designs and bold colour contrasts. A combination that still embodies glamour and style today and is a real eye-catcher. Find out more »

The sautoir – A must-have from the Roaring Twenties

In the 1920s, Art Déco necklaces were preferably worn long. The so-called sautoir was a perfect addition to the women's wardrobe of the time, which favoured edgy designs with a lowered waist.

Art Déco necklaces were also made in a variety of materials such as diamonds, coral or various coloured stones. These were preferably set in white precious metals. Long Art Déco necklaces made of silver, platinum and later white gold were therefore complemented with pendants in geometric shapes or tassels. Low-cut backs could also be perfectly showcased with a sautoir.

Multifunctional jewellery

In the 1930s, Art Déco necklaces were once again worn shorter. Here, too, necklaces with individual, elaborately crafted pendants can be found, reflecting the preference for geometric designs. However, necklaces with a series of (large) coloured stones in diamond-set links were also popular. Many of these necklaces were designed so that some elements could be removed and worn as clips or Art Déco brooches, for example.

Art Déco jewellery and necklaces were therefore often multifunctional and could be combined for various occasions.

The negligé necklace – perfect for every day

Those who find the opulence of Art Déco too much should look to the more restrained designs of the period for inspiration and opt for a Lavalière- or negligé necklace. This type of jewellery piece was already established in the first decade of the 20th century and consisted of a delicate necklace with pendulum-shaped pendants. The unequal pendulums gave the necklace its name, as the French word „négligé“ means „negligent“ and alludes to the unconventional design.

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