Art movements in Jewellery

The Renaissance (1300-1600)

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The Renaissance (1300-1600)

 Enamel and ruby brooch Reverse of Mirror –

Gold with Painted Enamel
The Renaissance (1300-1600)

• First half: Hand-made with

rudimentary techniques
• Emphasis was placed on religious
motifs
• Colorful - gems were chosen for
their mystical properties as well as
their vibrant colors
• Pendants featuring the initials of
their wearer were a popular
jewelry item.
The Renaissance (1300-1600)

Hope Diamond
The Renaissance (1300-1600)

• Second half: new cutting

techniques led to more gemstone
shapes
• Arabesque motifs made their way
on to everything from chains to
rings
 The Renaissance (1300-1600) : Baroque Jewellery

An Antique Cameo, Surrounded by a Symmetrical Array

of Diamonds, Rubies and Enameled Gold.

• The reign of Queen Elizabeth I (1558-1603) - golden age in English history

• Favored baroque pearls
• Portrait miniatures - pendants were crafted into intricately carved cameo portraits or exquisitely painted miniatures
Tulipomania, 1634
 Bow Brooch Design, 17th Century.
Drop Earrings, 17th Century.