Jewelers, particularly Cartier, were again taking inspiration for from India, and shapes such as paisley motifs were a popular design motif, as were the bracelets of facing animal heads last seen in the 1920’s.  The Cartier bracelet of facing elephant heads, set in the Indian taste with rubies, sapphires, emeralds and diamonds is a great example.

Art Nouveau enamel, opal, gold “Sweet Pea” pendant brooch by René Lalique (French glass designer of perfume bottles, vases, jewelry, chandeliers, clocks, automobile hood ornaments; 1860-1945)

Lot 889 – An 18 Karat Gold, Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklace and Earclips, Van Cleef & Arpels, 1972, and Cartier

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Ruby Diamond Bunny Rabbit Pin Brooch

A unique Cocktail Ring with a center domed Turquoise set in a mounting with turquoise and Diamonds. With 45 brilliant cut Damonds weighing approximately 5.20 Carats

A gold archaeological revival necklace by Castellani,  with alternating palmette and leaf motifs suspending amphorae, in its original purple velvet lined leather case. 
Rome circa 1875 

Lalique necklace damselflies

Daisy Fellowes’ Tutti Frutti Necklace

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Van Cleef & Arpels Zip necklace ruby 1954 by Van Cleef & Arpels on Flickr.