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Art Nouveau Silver Gilt Pendant by Levinger & Bissinger Attrib Otto Prutscher
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Art Nouveau Silver Gilt Pendant by Levinger & Bissinger Attrib Otto Prutscher

1900 - 1920
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Art Nouveau silver gilt pendant by Levinger & Bissinger attributed to Otto Prutscher, Germany c1900. Note this design, inverted as a brooch is illustrated in Art Nouveau Jewellery from Pforzheim by Fritz Falk on page 234 where it is attributed to Prutscher.

Marks: stamped marks to reverse

Dimensions: width: 1 inch (2.6 cm) chain 18 inches (46 cm)

Condition: excellent

Physical Dimensions
Width
2.6cm (1.02")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
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Morgan Strickland Decorative Arts has dated this Art Nouveau Silver Pendant to the 1900s.

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SA1057345
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Art Nouveau silver gilt pendant by Levinger & Bissinger attributed to Otto Prutscher, Germany c1900.
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Note this design, inverted as a brooch is illustrated in Art Nouveau Jewellery from Pforzheim by Fritz Falk on page 234 where it is attributed to Prutscher.
Morgan Strickland Decorative Arts

Marks: stamped marks to reverse

Dimensions: width: 1 inch (2.6 cm) chain 18 inches (46 cm)

Condition: excellent

Width
2.6cm (1.02")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Morgan Strickland Decorative Arts has dated this Art Nouveau Silver Pendant to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1057345
Dealers Internal Ref
(gm4052)
Morgan Strickland Decorative Arts
Morgan Strickland Decorative Arts
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Specialists in art nouveau, arts & crafts, art deco and c20th design

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An Art Nouveau silver gilt pendant featuring an oval green central stone flanked by fluid metal curves and a single drop pearl beneath.
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Archive I An Art Nouveau silver gilt pendant featuring an oval green central stone flanked by fluid metal curves and a single drop pearl beneath.

Art Nouveau Silver Gilt Pendant by Levinger & Bissinger Attrib Otto Prutscher

Archive II An Art Nouveau silver gilt pendant featuring an oval green central stone flanked by fluid metal curves and a single drop pearl beneath. View II
Archive III An Art Nouveau silver gilt pendant featuring an oval green central stone flanked by fluid metal curves and a single drop pearl beneath. View III
Archive IV An Art Nouveau silver gilt pendant featuring an oval green central stone flanked by fluid metal curves and a single drop pearl beneath. View IV
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An Art Nouveau silver gilt pendant featuring an oval green central stone flanked by fluid metal curves and a single drop pearl beneath.
Art Nouveau silver gilt pendant by Levinger & Bissinger attrib Otto Prutscher
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An Art Nouveau silver gilt pendant featuring an oval green central stone flanked by fluid metal curves and a single drop pearl beneath.
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  • ObjectPendants
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialSilver Gilt, Stone, Pearl
  • ColourGold and Green
  • MotifsWhiplash curves, Cabochon stone setting, Pearl drop, Symmetrical frame
  • SizeW 2.6 cm (1 in) x D 18 cm (7 in)

This Art Nouveau silver gilt pendant originates from Germany around 1900, carrying an attribution to Otto Prutscher and production by Levinger & Bissinger. The piece features a symmetrical metal frame defined by fluid whiplash curves, enclosing an oval cabochon green stone at the centre. Additional details include stamped marks on the reverse and a single pearl drop suspended beneath the main body, all attached to a link chain at the top. The materials show a dual gold and green coloration. Measuring 2.6 cm wide with a 46 cm chain, the object suits personal wear as a pendant necklace or can be displayed within a decorative period collection. The construction demonstrates the characteristic organic motifs and flowing lines associated with turn-of-the-century German jewellery design.

Art Nouveau and Jugendstil jewellery, originating between 1890 and 1910, is defined by flowing curvilinear lines, stylised natural forms, and whiplash curves. Designers prioritized hand craftsmanship and sculptural metalwork over gemstone carat weight, frequently incorporating silver, gilded finishes, and cabochon-cut stones.

Jugendstil artisans frequently worked in sterling or lower-grade silver, often finished with gold gilded plating known as silver gilt or vermeil. Central elements commonly featured low-domed cabochon gemstones, glass pastes, enamelling, and baroque pearl drops suspended from the metal framework.

Authentic German Jugendstil jewellery often carries specific silver purity stamps, such as 800 or 925, alongside maker marks for prominent workshops like Levinger & Bissinger. Construction details include hand-finished bezel settings, period-appropriate chains, and characteristic symmetrical or organic wirework.

A period pendant can be styled as a focal accessory against modern necklines, such as a plain silk blouse, a crew-neck knit, or a V-neck dress. The sculptural quality of the silver gilt metalwork allows it to complement both neutral fabrics and tailored attire.

Silver gilt items require gentle handling to preserve the gold layer, avoiding abrasive polishes or chemical cleaners. Clean softly with a dry microfibre cloth, avoid contact with perfumes or hairsprays, and store separately to protect organic components like pearls.
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