Antique 10ct Gold, Sapphire & Rock Crysta Bavarian Art Deco Ring Size L
A beguiling whisper from the twilight of the Belle Époque, this exquisite Bavarian Art Deco ring encapsulates the elegance and innovation of early 20th century continental design. Finely crafted in 10ct yellow gold, it presents a masterclass in both form and finesse. Its delicate shoulders a lyrical composition of filigree and flourish, unmistakably influenced by the Jugendstil movement that flourished in southern Germany during the era.
At its heart lies a beautifully faceted tablet of natural rock crystal, hand-carved with an ethereal radiance that seems to catch the very breath of the past. Set within its icy lucence is a striking calibre-cut sapphire, diamond-shaped and flush-set at the centre - its deep, inky hue offering a celestial contrast to the ghostly translucence of the crystal surrounding it. The overall effect is nothing short of poetic: light and shadow playing in perfect harmony, like moonlight on alpine snow.
What makes this piece truly rare is its origin and design. Bavarian Art Deco jewellery, particularly from the interwar years, is infrequently found outside of central Europe. The region’s goldsmiths were known for their intricate openwork and neo-Gothic sensibilities - a departure from the angular modernism of their French and English counterparts. This ring speaks eloquently to that heritage, its ornate gallery and foliate shoulders evoking the architectural splendour of Munich and Salzburg.
Such craftsmanship was never mass-produced; it was the preserve of ateliers and small-scale jewellers, often operating within family-run workshops. Time, war and fashion have rendered these treasures increasingly scarce, making this ring not merely a piece of jewellery, but a fragment of cultural and artistic history.
Size - UK K US 5 1/2 EU 50 1/4
Weight - 2.8gr
Rock Crystal face measures 12 × 12mm
Sits 8mm off the finger
Hallmark - 10KT for 10ct gold, German gold mark
A beguiling whisper from the twilight of the Belle Époque, this exquisite Bavarian Art Deco ring encapsulates the elegance and innovation of early 20th century continental design. Finely crafted in 10ct yellow gold, it presents a masterclass in both form and finesse. Its delicate shoulders a lyrical composition of filigree and flourish, unmistakably influenced by the Jugendstil movement that flourished in southern Germany during the era.
At its heart lies a beautifully faceted tablet of natural rock crystal, hand-carved with an ethereal radiance that seems to catch the very breath of the past. Set within its icy lucence is a striking calibre-cut sapphire, diamond-shaped and flush-set at the centre - its deep, inky hue offering a celestial contrast to the ghostly translucence of the crystal surrounding it. The overall effect is nothing short of poetic: light and shadow playing in perfect harmony, like moonlight on alpine snow.
What makes this piece truly rare is its origin and design. Bavarian Art Deco jewellery, particularly from the interwar years, is infrequently found outside of central Europe. The region’s goldsmiths were known for their intricate openwork and neo-Gothic sensibilities - a departure from the angular modernism of their French and English counterparts. This ring speaks eloquently to that heritage, its ornate gallery and foliate shoulders evoking the architectural splendour of Munich and Salzburg.
Such craftsmanship was never mass-produced; it was the preserve of ateliers and small-scale jewellers, often operating within family-run workshops. Time, war and fashion have rendered these treasures increasingly scarce, making this ring not merely a piece of jewellery, but a fragment of cultural and artistic history.
Size - UK K US 5 1/2 EU 50 1/4
Weight - 2.8gr
Rock Crystal face measures 12 × 12mm
Sits 8mm off the finger
Hallmark - 10KT for 10ct gold, German gold mark
A beguiling whisper from the twilight of the Belle Époque, this exquisite Bavarian Art Deco ring encapsulates the elegance and innovation of early 20th century continental design. Finely crafted in 10ct yellow gold, it presents a masterclass in both form and finesse. Its delicate shoulders a lyrical composition of filigree and flourish, unmistakably influenced by the Jugendstil movement that flourished in southern Germany during the era.
At its heart lies a beautifully faceted tablet of natural rock crystal, hand-carved with an ethereal radiance that seems to catch the very breath of the past. Set within its icy lucence is a striking calibre-cut sapphire, diamond-shaped and flush-set at the centre - its deep, inky hue offering a celestial contrast to the ghostly translucence of the crystal surrounding it. The overall effect is nothing short of poetic: light and shadow playing in perfect harmony, like moonlight on alpine snow.
What makes this piece truly rare is its origin and design. Bavarian Art Deco jewellery, particularly from the interwar years, is infrequently found outside of central Europe. The region’s goldsmiths were known for their intricate openwork and neo-Gothic sensibilities - a departure from the angular modernism of their French and English counterparts. This ring speaks eloquently to that heritage, its ornate gallery and foliate shoulders evoking the architectural splendour of Munich and Salzburg.
Such craftsmanship was never mass-produced; it was the preserve of ateliers and small-scale jewellers, often operating within family-run workshops. Time, war and fashion have rendered these treasures increasingly scarce, making this ring not merely a piece of jewellery, but a fragment of cultural and artistic history.
Size - UK K US 5 1/2 EU 50 1/4
Weight - 2.8gr
Rock Crystal face measures 12 × 12mm
Sits 8mm off the finger
Hallmark - 10KT for 10ct gold, German gold mark
Things to Know
The ring has been photographed up close to show its detail and craftsmanship. Please read the measurements carefully before you make a purchase.
Each piece in my shop is pre-loved and therefore can show little imperfections from wear. I will always describe the piece as detailed as possible but please keep in mind that you are not purchasing a brand-new item.
All ring boxes used in the photos are display only. Your ring will arrive in a Little Vintage Emporium ring box.
