Art Nouveau comb

1890 - 1910

This art-nouveau comb was influenced by the Japanese style. The devotion to Japanese things known as ‘japonism’ began to emerge in Europe in the second half of the nineteenth century as a result of renewed contacts with the country. In the East the Crane symbolized defence, but in the West it was more a sign of mildness. The undulating whiplash line in the wings of the animals is a typical art-nouveau motif.

• Actors

  Joaillier Feys (Salesman)

• Places and dates

  Brussels, 1890? - 1910? (Production)

• Style

  Art Nouveau

• Materials

  Diamond , Gold , Ruby , Silver , Opal

• Dimensions

  • Height: 180 mm (Total)
  • Width: 130 mm (Total)
  • Height: 130 mm (Comb)
  • Width: 98 mm (Comb)

• Category

  Jewellery

• Object number

  DMK95/2

• IPR status

  Public domain