Loading...

Holbeinesque

Six designs for Pendant Jewels; Ink and Washes on Paper
Six designs for Pendant Jewels; Ink and Washes on Paper. © The Trustees of the British Museum.
Two Holbein Pendant Designs for Jeweled Initials. © The Trustees of the British Museum.
Two Holbein Pendant Designs for Jeweled Initials. © The Trustees of the British Museum.

Holbeinesque (“in the manner of Holbein”) jewelry became popular around 1870 and can be characterized by a large oval gemstone in the center of polychrome enamel work. These neo-renaissance items were inspired by the designs of the famous, German, artist Hans Holbein the Younger (c. 1497-1543).

Six designs for Pendant Jewels; Ink and Washes on Paper
Six designs for Pendant Jewels; Ink and Washes on Paper. © The Trustees of the British Museum.
Two Holbein Pendant Designs for Jeweled Initials. © The Trustees of the British Museum.
Two Holbein Pendant Designs for Jeweled Initials. © The Trustees of the British Museum.
Close Menu
×