Steeped in late–19th century romance and draped in the organic beauty that defined the Art Nouveau spirit, this marvelous Antique Victorian / Art Nouveau era necklace (circa 1890s) is a treasure out of a painterly vineyard scene.

RARE FIND — A VICTORIAN ART NOUVEAU VINE OF GOLDEN LEAVES.

Steeped in late–19th century romance and draped in the organic beauty that defined the Art Nouveau spirit, this marvelous Antique Victorian / Art Nouveau era necklace (circa 1890s) is a treasure out of a painterly vineyard scene.

Crafted in golden brass with that warm, aged glow only true antique metal develops, the necklace showcases five exquisitely detailed grape leaves, each one pressed with deep, naturalistic veining and softly scalloped edges — the unmistakable botanical elegance of the period.

Each leaf pendant is individually articulated, allowing them to drape fluidly and naturally across the collarbone. They are suspended from an original woven-link brass chain — a style beloved in late-Victorian jewellery for its softness and strength. Two small accent beads anchor the central cluster, ensuring the leaves stay beautifully framed at the front, exactly where the era’s designers intended.

The necklace is finished with its original spring-ring clasp, a detail that helps date the piece to the transition between late Victorian craftsmanship and early Art Nouveau design.

Grape leaves were an important motif in both Victorian and Art Nouveau jewellery. In the classical world, the vine was sacred to Dionysus/Bacchus, representing joy, life’s pleasures, creativity, and celebration. The Victorians adopted the symbol to express:Abundance & Prosperity, Fertility & Growth, The sweetness of life, Connection to nature and the cycles of renewal.

Measurements : The necklace with a length of 44cm.Each of the leaf pendants measure 3.8cm x 3cm .The necklace with a weight of 19.8 grams.