Antique 9ct yellow gold jewel beetle necklace c.1900.…
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Antique 9ct yellow gold jewel beetle necklace c.1900. attributed to Stewart Dawson & Co Jewellers, Hay St Western Australia, active 1898-1965. Featuring 12 jewel beetles, 5 of which are suspended in a festoon fringe design with Stewart Dawson & Co jewellery case. 'An Original Medium of Australian Jewellery Was the Jewel Beetle From the Eucalypt Forests of W.A. This Fashion Is Represented in the Collection of the Royal W.A. Historical Society'. Reference: J.Pearson and T.de Fircks, Jewellery of the Past in Western Australia, TJ Productions, Perth, 1985 Dorothy Erickson, Gold and Silversmithing in Western Australia, UWA Publishing 2010, p.108

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  • Attributed - A cataloguing term where the item in the opinion of the cataloguers, is a of the period of the artist, craftsman or designer, and which probably in whole or part is the work of that person.
  • Floral Swag / Garland / Festoon - Floral swags are a decorative motif often used in the ornamentation of various objects, such as silverware, glassware, and furniture. The term "swag" refers to a garland or wreath of flowers, foliage, or other decorative elements, which is usually arranged in a loop or curve.

    Floral swags can be found in a variety of decorative styles, from ornate Baroque and Rococo designs to more naturalistic Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. They are often used to add a touch of elegance, refinement, or whimsy to an object, and can be seen on a range of items from chandeliers and candlesticks to picture frames and tea sets.

    In the decoration of silver objects, floral swags are often used to accentuate the curves and lines of the piece, and to add visual interest to the surface. Similarly, on glass objects, floral swags may be used to frame or highlight a particular area of the object, or to add a touch of color and delicacy.

    On furniture, floral swags can be found on a variety of pieces, from cabinets and armoires to chairs and sofas. They are often used to enhance the lines and curves of the furniture, and can be used to create a sense of movement and flow in the design.

    Overall, floral swags are a versatile decorative element that can be adapted to a range of styles and applications, and have been used in the decoration of various objects throughout history.

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