Napier Articulated Fish Necklace - Bold and Chunky Design
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A Napier articulated fish necklace. Features a large hook and fish pendant, hung from a Byzantine link chain. Gold tone. Weight 93.0 grams. Chain length 30 cm. Pendant length 2 cm. Napier established its reputation by standing out from the crowd, their style was large, bold and chunky, which was very different to other designs at the time. At one time, the fashion industry was dominated by Napier jewellery, and was highly sought after and worn by famous personalities of the time including Marilyn Monroe, Grace Kelly, Arlene Francie and the Duchess of Windsor. Today, Napier jewellery is still a favourite for avid jewellery Collectors or those with a keen interest in fashion.
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- Byzantine Style in Jewellery - The Byzantine period refers to the time in history when the Byzantine Empire was in existence, which lasted from the 4th century AD to the 15th century AD. The Byzantine Empire was the continuation of the Roman Empire in the eastern Mediterranean, centered around the city of Constantinople (now Istanbul, Turkey). The Byzantine period is characterized by the rise of Christianity and the Eastern Orthodox Church as the dominant religion, as well as the fusion of Greek, Roman, and Eastern cultures.
Byzantine style jewellery is known for its intricate designs, rich colours and the use of precious stones such as pearls, diamonds and emeralds. These jewellery often featuring religious imagery such as crosses and religious figures like Mary and Jesus. Byzantine jewellery was also known for its use of granulation and filigree techniques, which involved creating intricate patterns and designs using small beads or wire. This style was also characterized by the use of enamels, which were applied to metal surfaces to create colourful and durable designs. These jewellery items are considered as the most beautiful and most valuable pieces of jewellery from the ancient world.
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