Antique Necklace - Early Max Neiger, Neiger Brothers w Floral Pressed Glass Beads & Purple White Swirled Slag Glass, Rare, Early 1900's

Rare early 1900's Max Neiger / Neiger Brothers Czech glass beaded necklace:

~ Features fancy shaped purple and white swirled slag glass beads in several different shapes - including hour glass, bell flower, round, and molded pressed glass focal beads in a lovely caramel tan neutral shade
~ Each bead has it's own unique color variations and quirks
~ Run of 5 focal beads in the front features asymmetrical sized beads that add extra interest - very purposefully placed and refreshingly different
~ Loaded with uniqueness, personality and character
~ Perfect all on it's own or wear it stacked or layered up with other favorites

Ready and waiting for your neckline, wardrobe, collection or gift giving - you will love this!

AGE OR ERA: True antique / vintage jewelry piece - guessing earliest 1900's - possibly made as early as 1905 to 1922. As with the discovery of King Tut's tomb in November of 1922, their creations very much reflected their shift in interest towards the wildly popular Egyptian (and other complimentary exotic ethnic) themed motifs

MARKINGS: None that I could find - which is typical for their jewelry

METAL/MATERIAL: Art glass beads and brass or brass toned findings and hardware

CLASP / CLOSURE: Machine turned or stepped brass or brass toned torpedo shaped turn barrel screw clasp

MEASUREMENTS: Aprox 26" of wearable length (not including the inserted portion of the clasp) - largest tan focal bead is about 16.6 mm in diameter and the smallest tan bead 12.5 mm across. The hourglass shaped beads a little over 12 mm long.

WEIGHT: x

TESTING: x

U.S. RING SIZE: x

HISTORY, PROVENANCE, ANECDOTAL, METAPHYSICAL, SYMBOLISM &/or LORE: Neiger Brothers jewelry is well known and beloved for incorporating beautiful Czech art glass beads, large (mostly) figural focal beads and pendant drops, and detailed metal caps & findings.

Max and Norbert Neiger were Czechoslovakian brothers who made pieces with mainly glass components in Gablonz, Czechoslovakia - circa 1905 to the 1930s. They were Czech citizens, as were their ancestors, but they also had German Nationality. Style wise - the Neiger brothers took full advantage of the Egyptian Revival craze, beginning with the discovery of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. As well they should have, like so many of the art deco jewelry designers did at that time. They continued to add more “exotic” ethnic lines, including with Chinese and Indian motifs. They produced hypnotizing brooches, beautiful beaded necklaces and fascinating bracelets, all eye-catching and of the highest quality. Today smart collectors are giving Max and Norbert's creations a well-deserved renaissance. Their hard to find, hand made, original wares are scarce (especially in nice condition) due to the small number of pieces made and limited production time as they experienced a tragic end...... As the Germans advanced near Gablonz in 1939, the two Jewish brothers left their factory and escaped to Bohemia. They continued to create jewelry in a scaled-down operation for just a few years. They were unfortunately arrested in Prague in 1942 and passed at Auschwitz.

JUST FOR FUN - AI DESCRIPTION - (GENERATED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE): Elevate your style with this stunning Neiger Brothers antique art deco necklace. This unique piece features rare purple and tan floral glass beads and a brass or brass toned metal closure. The necklace measures 26 inches in length and is stackable for added impact. Perfect for any occasion, this necklace is a rare find and a statement piece that will add a touch of vintage charm to any outfit. With its fancy shaped beads of Czech glass, this necklace is a true beauty. Whether you're looking for a stocking stuffer, birthday present, Christmas gift, graduation, date night, or just a special accessory, this necklace is sure to impress.

CONDITION: Great vintage condition - no damage or quirks found to mention. In an excellent state of preservation.

INVENTORY NUMBER OR NOTE: x

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