Signed by Graziella Laffi, the often referred-to as "Spratling of Peru" this bird brooch can also be found with blue enamel adorning its eye. Executed in all-silver in our case, with hand-etched and stippled details, I like to think of it as a pelican or even a seagull, maybe because she has used the same motif in necklace and bracelet form as well but combined with fish-shaped stations...
Formed as hollow cast discs, embossed and chased with elaborate floral designs, and bezel-set with carnelian beads – one of which shows a partial hole to one side. The earrings are secured with working clip backs; the maker’s impressed mark looks like Zuoco or Zocco. The earrings measure 1 ¼ inches in diameter.
A striking sterling silver buckle with an overlay depicting a Pre Columbian creature by the noted Peruvian silversmith, Graziella Laffi.
Signed G. Laffi Peru and 925. Has two layers of sterling.
Measures 2 1/2" long in total and 1 1/8" high. Can accommodate a belt 1" wide. Has a swivel with teeth to hold the belt in place.
Very nice condition, some very minor tarnish and surface scratches. There is a small crimp to one corner.
Well made and unique...
Ecuador - 900 silver brooch
Urn shape decorated with stylized serpent motif
2 1/4" tall x 1 3/4" across
Marked Ecuador 900
Very good vintage condition
This quirky and charming bird pin is the work of a talented Peruvian jeweler named Goizueta, of whom very little is known. The pin is set with two pieces of greenish-blue stone known as azurite or chrysocolla. There is some roughness to the edges of the round piece, but it is securely mounted. The pin has a secure rollover clasp and bears the name of T. Goizueta, as well as marks for sterling and Peru. It is quite substantial and measures 1 ¼ inches by 1 ¾ inches.
A sterling silver with 18K gold overlay cut out cuff bracelet in the style of Graziella Laffi. Signed Industria Peruana, JVC for the artisan, 925 and 18K. Measures 6" around with an additional 1 3/4" opening. 1 3/4" at the widest. Very nice condition, some very minor tarnish and surface scratches. Well made and heavy. Striking design!
Born in Florence, Italy but spending her life as a designer and silversmith in Lima, Peru, Graziella Laffi found inspiration in the art of her adopted country's old civilizations, respectfully situating ancient motifs in her own, mid-century context. Laffi is habitually referred to by all who loyally collect her work as "the Spratling of Peru", a parallel that bespeaks the originality of her work and the quality of the jewelry, hollowware and decorative items she created...
These items by the noted Ecuadoran silversmith, Joaquin Tinta may be purchased individually or as a pair.
The first one is a sterling silver modernist pendant with a bezel set green - brown swirled stone cabochon.
Measures 1 3/8" across and 1 5/8" high including the round bale. Due to the large bale it could be worn on a chain or neck ring. The central section swings for an interesting effect.
Marked Ecuador, Tinta and Sterling on the back...
Hand-hammered silver links shaped like concave elongated pyramids overlaid with 18k figural gold appliques make up this impressive 1950s Peruvian bracelet by Industria Peruana. Crafted in silver first and then covered in 18k gold sheet the appliques are inspired by ancient Inca motifs and show birds, temples and gods...
Industria Argentina modernist 900 silver bracelet
1960's
Interior circumference 6 1/2"
3/4" tall
Box tongue clasp
Very good vintage condition
This silver bracelet is composed of a complex series of interwoven links, some cast to appear as wound with wires. The tongue-and-groove clasp is quite secure, and there are jump rings for connecting a safety chain if needed. The back of the clasp is marked Argentina with an obscured lozenge mark that most likely indicates silver content, likely .900. The bracelet shows a strong test for silver. It measures 7 ½ inches long by about ½ inch wide. Weight: 26.4 grams
Exceptional Peruvian panel bracelet.
Marked - Industria Peruana, Munos, 900.
Excellent vintage condition.
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An unusual silver bracelet and pendant featuring Pre Columbian figures embellished with green stones. Probably from Peru or Ecuador. May be purchased as a set or individually.
The bracelet is made up of three panels depicting a figure holding a prong set rough cut green stone. Has four connecting sections of 6 links between each panel.
Measures 7 3/4" long so will fit a larger wrist. Has a fold over clasp that snaps securely. Marked 0850 or 0950 for silver on the clasp...
A vintage modernist pair of high quality sterling silver cuff links with Pre Columbian birds by the noted Peruvian silversmith, Graziella Laffi. These cuff links are opposites and face each other when worn.
Signed Peru, G. Laffi and 925 on the backs. The are made up of thick layers of sterling. The finding is made of a curved bar and ends with a toggle.
Measure 1 1/8" high and 3/4" across...
Oswaldo Guayasamin modernist sterling silver pendant
2" x 2 1/2"
Green glass accents
Signed
Very good vintage condition
Circa 1950's, this is a very rare and spectacular bracelet produced by Graziella Laffi (1923-2009), who was known as the "Spratling of Peru".
Combining modern design with pre-Columbian imagery, Laffi produced jewelry and hollowware...
Graziella Laffi modernist sterling silver cuff bracelet
Peru
Mid 20th century
This exceptional example of Laffi's work weighs a solid 62.50 grams
2 1/4" tall
Interior circumference - 6" plus a rear opening of 1"
Stamped G. Laffi, Peru, 925
Excellent vintage condition
Graziella Laffi sterling silver cuff bracelet
Peru
Mid 20th century
Interior circumference - 6 1/4" plus a 1" rear opening
2" tall
Weight - a substantial 72 grams
Marked G Laffi, Peru, 925
Excellent vintage condition
