So I was browsing Lang Antiques’ “See what’s new at Lang!” section (as I do every week or so) when I saw this mind-bogglingly beautiful necklace and my jaw dropped.
This is one of those pieces that just makes me incoherent with delight. It’s the work of the illustrious Boucheron, made in Paris in the 1920’s (as many of my favorites things were).
It’s a lovely take on pearls, with the three strands perfectly layered and anchored by a clasp, but, oh, what a clasp it is.
Can you even handle it? Look at the carved emeralds and the luscious rose-cut diamonds, perfectly set against one another in a glorious spray of sparkling florals. And how lovely is the pierced, diamond-set vase? This is one potted plant I would definitely never accidentally knock off the window sill.
The clasp is set in platinum and features approximately three carats of diamonds and 5 carats of beautifully carved emeralds. It’s just over an inch and a half long.
Please also note how each of the three strands of pearls connects to the clasp at its own individual point, carefully spaced to allow a perfect drape when the necklace is worn. A real sign of the careful craftsmanship happening here.
You see what I mean about how the pearl strands attach to the clasp? It’s perfect.
It makes my heart go pitter-patter. I don’t know how you find such incredible pieces, Lang Antiques, but please never stop.
What do you think, my dears? Do you love this piece as much as I do? What’s your favorite thing about it?
This beautiful Art Deco Boucheron pearl necklace is currently for sale at Lang Antiques. All images and info in this post are thanks to the fabulous Lang Antiques.
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I have one necklace like this. Also Boucheron Paris with Pearls and Diamonds from the 20’s, very ART DECO. I can send you some pics if you want! Excelent website!!!
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Such a gorgeous necklace! Wish I could go back in time and wear this beauty on my wedding day!
It’s wonderful, isn’t it? I can’t get enough of staring at it.
Wow! How absolutely exquisite! I love the emeralds and the way the flower arrangement is so intricate. The tiny detail is such a pretty contrast to the bold pattern of the pearls. I would sell my house for this necklace! <3
I am not a fan of emeralds and green but I do appreciate the exquisite workmanship when I see one – bravo Boucheron! The necklace is indeed as perfect as it could possibly be. If it only featured, say, sapphires or blue topazes…
Gorgeous! Altho’ I’d not cry if those diamond flowers were rubies or some other lovely gemstone. I love how the pearls are graduated in size, as well.
Normally I am always pro-color, but I wouldn’t substitute those rose-cuts for aaaanything. I guess I’ll have to wear this one and we’ll hold out for another one for you 😉