Birds were a specialty of many fine jewelers of the period. Incredible, realistic birds were created by Maubousin, Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, Mellerio and Sterlé. The exaggerated plumage of these avian subjects was splendidly rendered either in a rainbow of gemstones, in a more subdued manner with a full palate of enamels or, as Sterlé perfected, with the masterful use of plaited gold filigree. Mellerio’s “Hummingbird” was a notable example, designed in gold and enamel. Van Cleef & Arpels created a line of small gemstone birds perched on branches, in nests or resting on hats. They also created “The Love Birds” ring, in gold with diamonds and rubies, designed so the bird’s wings and tails encircle the finger. Following the passion for birds, feathers became a popular subject for jewelry.
Birds were a specialty of many fine jewelers of the period. Incredible, realistic birds were created by Maubousin, Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, Mellerio and Sterlé. The exaggerated plumage of these avian subjects was splendidly rendered either in a rainbow of gemstones, in a more subdued manner with a full palate of enamels or, as Sterlé perfected, with the masterful use of plaited gold filigree. Mellerio’s “Hummingbird” was a notable example, designed in gold and enamel. Van Cleef & Arpels created a line of small gemstone birds perched on branches, in nests or resting on hats. They also created “The Love Birds” ring, in gold with diamonds and rubies, designed so the bird’s wings and tails encircle the finger. Following the passion for birds, feathers became a popular subject for jewelry.
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