This came in lot with some beaded purses. Is it a bodice insert? Or for something else? How old is it? I am not familiar with beadwork at all so...
Thanks Komokwa! Just the direction I needed. Presidium says they're glass. I did not expect that. I was stuck on shell.
I thought at first it might be Mother of Pearl. I have searched for hours but am not turning up anything that matches. Would you call them beads?...
Well, apparently senility is creeping in faster than I thought. Thanks for the reminder.
Thanks Owned. I actually didn't consider Japan because of the chains between the beads.
This necklace has 8 strands and is 12". The pearl beads are hand knotted and the rest of the beads are chain attached. It has a round box clasp...
@Bakersgma, Yes I know. But but his family referred to themselves as Pennsylvania Dutch and conversed in PA Dutch. As kids we were fascinated....
Thank so much for sharing your box and the very interesting information AnyJewelry! The painting the box is stunning and I really like the style....
LOL Any...now that you mention it.
It's a gorgeous set! The earring clips and the bracelet construction are not kind used in Juliana pieces. It does have heavy soldering but not...
What a beautiful necklace!
I also recommend The Bead Man on Facebook if want more information.
@komokwa, It is certainly more intricate that I would ever attempt!
Thanks Owned. Did the Japanese use that style of bead connectors?
Thanks OBB. I always appreciate your input. To help me learn, why Czech and not German?
This is a multi-strand necklace that has chain connected art glass beads and imitation glass pearls that are hand knotted between each one. The...
Thanks Any. I just had a similar backed one that was marked Germany but I agree I have also had Czech ones with that filigree style back. The...
Good morning all! I have this confetti lucite pendant set in brass with a setting I usually associate with German/Czech made pieces. The bead...
Lovely beads! The Christmas tree brooch is fabulous.
Absolutely stunning! I am an Art Deco fan too.
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