Exploring the Evolution of Jewelry Styles Through History, Part 2
Art Deco Jewelry: 1920-1939 Art Deco jewelry, spanning the years 1920 to 1939, marks a radical departure from the organic forms of Art Nouveau. Embracing streamlined, geometric designs, Art Deco pieces symbolize the era's embrace of progress and modernity following World War I. Featuring vibrant colors, precise patterns, and strong symmetry, these creations reflect a society moving towards a structured, industrial future. Unlike its predecessor, Art Deco integrates machine-made precision with elegant motifs from earlier periods, such as the Edwardian era, elevating craftsmanship to create enduring collector's items. Retro Jewelry: 1940-1959 Emerging after World War II, Retro jewelry embodies a distinct style characterized by soft, curved lines and substantial presence. Influenced by Hollywood glamour and post-war opulence, Retro designs depart from Art Deco's rigidity to embrace bold, oversized pieces often crafted in abundant gold. Bridging the Jazz Age and the extravagant...