French Art Deco 18K White Gold Diamond Négligé Necklace
This beautiful Art Deco-era négligé necklace, crafted in 18K white gold, is a breathtaking ode to French elegance. Showcasing two delicate fan-shaped drops that descend from a refined triangular floral top, the piece is adorned with glinting rose-cut diamonds and calibrated blue sapphires, arranged with the precision and symmetry so beloved in Deco design.
What makes this necklace especially captivating is its play of movement. The graceful, asymmetrical drops are linked with flexible joints that allow them to sway poetically with every gesture, catching the light and the eye in the most subtle, mesmerizing way.
The négligé necklace, first appearing in the late 19th century and reaching popularity in the early 20th, was named after the French word for a loosely worn garment—a nod to its romantic, slightly unstructured form. At the time, its asymmetry and sensual drape were considered daring and fashion-forward, reflecting a new era of feminine self-expression and freedom.
This particular piece is a shining example of that spirit—refined yet playful, elegant yet effortlessly wearable. Whether worn for a special occasion, a wedding, or as an heirloom treasure passed from one generation to the next, it carries a timeless charm imbued with grace, history, and quiet confidence.
Measurements and condition
In overall good vintage condition with traces of use and oxidation.
Natural inclusions & abrasions on the borders of the diamonds.
The diamond pendant part is mounted in white gold and backed with yellow gold. The chain of the necklace is made in white gold.
French owl hallmark for 18K gold on the bale of the necklace
The triangular top + two fan shaped drops measure: 48mm*18mm
Length of the necklace: 42cm
Weight: 6.7g
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