Fantastic Mid Century Mod SS Cloisonne Enamel Cat Pin

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism Pre 1970: item #764479

Fantastic one of a kind Mid Century Mod SS Cloisonne` Enamel Cat Pin signed with the initials A V E and STERLING. Very intricate and unusual stylized form of a cat with a cloisonne enamel face of another cat. As if dreaming of the other cat... The enamel colors are white, blues, green and yellow. Pin measures 1 7/8" H x 1 1/2" W. Excellent all original condition with no damage or repairs. A sophisticated design with a bit of whimsy! The perfect addition to any modernist silver collection!

Lovely Sterling Silver and Pearl Earrings, by Bronson

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism Pre 1960: item #760172

I don't know anything about the maker of these earrings, Bronson, except what is evident by looking at them. They are graceful and beautifully made. The pearls look lovely in their little shell cups.

Modernist Sterling Brooch,Joe Skinger,Vermont 1960s

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism Pre 1970: item #760169

Joseph Skinger, who worked in Vermont in the 1940s-60s, should be more well known. His pieces are well thought out and beautifully crafted. This brooch, of a stylized flower shows the essence of his style, which combines elements of art nouveau, arts & crafts, and modernism.

Idela LaVista Sterling Cufflinks and Tie Bar,1950s

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism Pre 1960: item #760163

An interesting set by one of the "messengers of Modernism", Idela La Vista, who worked in New York City in the 1950s. Not much is known about La Vista, but a look at this set shows she was in step with the ideas of her time. Very solid and well crafted!

Ed Levin Peace Dove Pendant/Chain,Sterling & Wood

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism Pre 1970: item #757019

A large and beautifully crafted sterling silver on wood pendant by messenger of Modernism Ed Levin. Shown in his catalog from the 1960s (see it in Marbeth Schon's Modernist Jewelry book). Just as timely now as then....

Allan Adler Mid-Century Modernist Sterling Cufflinks

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism Pre 1970: item #757017

Allan Adler was a California modernist known as "jeweler to the stars". These handsome cufflinks have an iconic mid-century look and are beautifully crafted.

Interesting Handwrought Sterling Silver Brooch

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism Pre 1950: item #756594

This is an interesting brooch in the modernist style dating to pre-1950. Hammered sterling silver, it looks like a hat with plume when held upright or a dove when held in the other direction. Signed Handwrought, Sterling.

Modernist Patinated Bronze Necklace, 1972 & Signed

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism Pre 1980: item #751294
1822

Wonderful design and color to this patinated bronze choker necklace by Ed Gray. A Native American, Ed (his native name is Jikiwe)is based in Michigan where he has a studio and gallery. This piece, signed and dated 1972 has great dimensions and color. The neckring is 4 1/2 inches in diameter and the entire piece is 10 1/2 inches long. Very striking looking and comfortable to wear, this is a unique piece of art jewelry.

Modernist Silver Pendant with Chunky Amethyst Drusy

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism Pre 1970: item #746254

This is a great looking modernist pendant with a large piece of amethyst geode, also known as a drusy, or druzy clasped in a simple silver setting. Unmarked. 16” chain is included. Very good condition, a few scratches to large bale.1 7/8” from top of bale x 1 1/4” wide x 1 1/8’ high. Chain is @ 16 1/2” long

Modern Silver Necklace with Amethyst Druzy

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Modernism Pre 1970: item #742067
1820

Well constructed modern silver necklace set with an amethyst druzy. The large curved bale is very reminiscent of Scandinavian jewelry but this piece is most likely German or Austrian. The diamond shaped bezel is constructed of silver bars and set into the semicircular bale. The pendant measures 3" long by 1 1/2" at the widest point. Marked as pictured and the 32" chain, though not original, is included.