This wonderful example of Françoise Montague jewellery dates from c.1962.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
This collar necklace is constructed from 4 rows of gilded metal links all stamped with floral patterns. Suspended from the full length of the collar are round and teardrop shaped, faceted, black glass beads with decorative gilded metal filigree cappings. The necklace fastens with a box clasp and the clasp is detailed with a round black glass cabochon and round black glass beads to form a flower motif. The collar is 38cm in length.
A Short History...
Françoise Montague established her costume jewellery brand in Paris in 1945. She designed pieces for couture houses, such as Nina Ricci. The company is still in existence today and their archivists have verified this necklace as being one of their creations. A similar, larger scale, version of this necklace can be seen in 'Vogue - The Jewellery' by Carol Woolton. This example is dated to 1962 and was created by Montague for the designer Adrien Mann.
Wear it with...
Pair this necklace with a black round neck swing dress and neutral round toe courts, for a modern day nod to the sixties.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
This elegant long chain was created in c.1920.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This elegant necklace, featuring shimmering cut glass stones, dates from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This striking necklace, featuring a stylish combination of black and Carnelian glass, dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the metal plating on the reverse. This is not visible when the necklace is worn and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This stylish necklace dates from the 1930s and was created by Jakob Bengel.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A small scuff to the reverse of the tip of the Galalith panel. This is only visible upon very close inspection and is not apparent when the necklace is being worn. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This beautiful necklace, reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful necklace is emblematic of the evocative 1920s Egyptian Revival aesthetic and was made in France.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A slight kink in the chain and a tiny bend at the base of one of the charms. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This beautiful pendant was probably created in Austria in c.1900.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This classic and impactful necklace is by Christian Dior. It was made in the 1980s in Germany for the French fashion house.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This rare and outstanding example of an Art Deco era flapper necklace was most likely created in France.
Condition Report:
Excellent - The necklace has been professionally re-strung.
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This beautiful necklace was created in the 1950s by Norman Hartnell.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Beautiful and lustrous, this necklace dates from the 1940s and was created in France by the Louis Rousselet company.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little loss to the coating on one of the rondelle spacer beads. This is only visible upon close inspection and can be turned around so that it is not visible when the necklace is being worn.
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This beautiful necklace dates from between the 1930s and 1950s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little rubbing to the enamel surface in a couple of areas surrounding the necklace links. This is consistent with age and only visible upon close inspection. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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A pretty 1960s necklace featuring shimmering stones.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish necklace dates from the 1930s. Its design is clearly inspired by the work of the German Jakob Bengel company.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little rubbing to the chrome plating in a couple of small areas. This is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This pretty 1930s necklace is made from silver.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This charming medal dates from 1965 and was created by Jules Fonson.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This wonderful example of Françoise Montague jewellery dates from c.1962.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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