The 1920s kicked off what many consider the most popular modern movement in jewelry design. In the inaugural episode of our new podcast, Guy Burton, Director at Hancocks London, talks to Rapaport Editor in Chief Sonia Esther Soltani about how the eloquent, beautiful jewels of the Art Deco era have stood the test of time.
Burton, who specializes in old cut diamonds and gems at the London-based dealer, discusses the artistic and historic influences on the movement, which he considers “the golden age of jewelry.” In his words, “Art Deco has it all.”
Analyzing the styles, cuts and aesthetics of pieces renowned for their remarkable geometry and symmetry, he explains how views of the era’s jewelry have evolved, which pieces are more appropriate for collecting versus wearing, and what appeals to contemporary clients.
“Once an interest has been displayed in jewelry, in the craftsmanship and the beauty of jewelry, whether that’s as a collector or for something one wishes to wear, it doesn’t matter what your thoughts on Art Deco are — you have to take notice of [it] because it has such an influence on jewelry today,” Burton asserts.
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Main image: Ruby and diamond cuff bangle by Udall & Ballou, New York 1930s; Guy Burton.
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