Large Art Nouveau 835 Silver Pendant – Amethyst, Bone, & Flowers – Adolf Mayer, Pforzheim
Exquisite Art Nouveau Silver Pendant with Amethyst and Carved Bone
– Attributed to Adolf Mayer, Pforzheim
For sale is a beautiful, rare, and original pendant dating from the Art Nouveau era.
This piece of jewelry captivates with its masterful openwork craftsmanship and the
harmonious combination of noble materials.
The organically curved, ovoid frame design encloses a finely crafted
floral ensemble of silver leaves and branches.
At the top sits a beautifully luminous amethyst, cut as a round cabochon,
held in place by a delicate twisted-wire bezel setting. The lower half
is adorned with two artistically hand-carved bone blossoms, their pistils
accentuated by small silver pins.
The characteristic styling and meticulous attention to detail strongly suggest an attribution
to the renowned Pforzheim workshop of Adolf Mayer.
The pendant is in excellent, authentic collector’s condition, featuring a
beautiful, natural patina that perfectly highlights its sculptural details.
A fascinating piece of history and a true eye-catcher for connoisseurs of vintage
artisanal jewelry.
Product Type: Pendant
Style: Art Nouveau
Material: 835 Silver (stamped)
Gemstones/Materials: 1 Amethyst (cabochon cut), 2 carved bone flowers
Motif: Floral Design / Flowers & Leaves
Attribution: Attributed to Adolf Mayer, Pforzheim
Overall Dimensions (incl. bail): approx. 5.8 x 2.9 cm
Very good original condition, commensurate with age, featuring a fine patina.
