14ct gold filigree and granulated earrings, ca. 1880. A central medallion with floral embellishments, surrounded by frame with floral embellishments, tassels at the bottom, surmounted by a floral stud. Antique jewelry object group: earrings long hanging Condition: excellent condition Country of origin: Netherlands Style: Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the middle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration. Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau style have their beginnings in the late Victorian era. Period: ca. 1880 Material: 14K yellow gold Technique: This jewel features a filigree decoration, which is in fact thin gold wire twisted into refined motifs, in this case elegant little balls. You can also notice the use of granulation on this piece. Granulation is a technique where the goldsmith uses very small balls (granules) of metal, which are not soldered to the piece but welded. Both techniques demand very high skills and precision from the maker. Hallmarks: The Dutch control mark representing an oak leaf and that was in use between 1852 and 1906. Dimensions: height 4,87 cm (1,92 inch) Weight: 4,50 gram (2,89 dwt) Reference N: 14083-0063 Copyright photography: Adin, fine antique jewelry