These swooping pearl-studded stud earrings are adapted from a belt buckle, a functional decoration that enjoyed popularity during the Art Nouveau period (1890-1914) for its ability to showcase the flowing lines and nature-inspired subjects of the style. It also added instant flair to any woman's wardrobe. Adapted from a ca. 1902 design by Jean Baptiste Saint-Yves, French (active 1898-1909) The Kreuzer Collection, The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

Pewter with antiqued gold plated finish, faux pearls.

3/4" long.

Museum Reproductions has been creating jewelry for the gift store industry since 1969. The designs are influenced by jewelry and artwork found in museums around the world.Theywork hand in hand with museums, curators and other creators to make new pieces regularly. All their pieces ship with information about the inspiration behind the piece.