As the monochromatic and geometric style of Art Deco reached its final years, the country was thrown into the turbulence of a Second World War. To alleviate the resulting melancholy, vibrant hues were were introduced into daily life, through magazines, movies, and fashion. Jewellery followed suit, with bolder and often heavier styles becoming more fashionable. These designs became more prevalent in the decades that came after, and plenty of items from those times can be found in our store, poised to continue their stories.

After World War II, the world entered a new era of growth and good spirits. Ogden of Harrogate also saw huge changes. James R. Ogden, who founded the business in 1893, had passed away on the 13th April 1940, and so the business was, for the first time, passed down to the next generation of Ogdens. Throughout theirs and their descendants' time in the mid-late century, they continued J.R.O's thriving company with unique commissions from public figures and an ever-blossoming client base.