Elsa Freund Modernist Kinetic Necklace American
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All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #41657 (stock #md0095)
carol lane
$95.00
Modernist sterling pin made by Grosse, Germany, 1971. It is signed:"GROSSE GERMANY S925 1971" and is in excellent condition. This heavy gauge pin measures 2 1/16" by 1 1/2" and the center hammered section is dimensional and rises 1/2". Very strong yet simple design makes this pin very striking.....$7 USA insured shipping.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1087424 (stock #J1611)
This sterling silver necklace is composed of diamond-shaped elements, linked by handmade oblong rings. The entire necklace, including the rings, exhibits a hammered surface and probably dates from the 1970s. It has a very secure hook closure and bears a mark for sterling, as well as Peru. Unhooked, the necklace measures 27 ¾ inches long. Weight: 39.2 grams
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #157683 (stock #md0309)
carol lane
$150.00
Charming, dimensional, and original design pin with applied silver man/scissors/flora, and applied brass and copper, and set in textured copper. Very unusual and charming, it measures 2 1/8" long by 1 3/4" wide. Signed "BK 93", it is in excellent condition. Really unusual and fun!.....$8 for USA insured shipping & applicable NY tax.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #791081 (stock #MD0464)
carol lane
$1200.00
Sterling and wood necklace by modernist Betty Cooke. Signed "COOKE STERLING" and is in excellent condition. Silver wire is flexible so easy to put on and take off. Measures 14" around with 3" opening.....$20 for insured US shipping.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1485838 (stock #JJ4809)
A wonderfully crafted hand wrought sterling silver pendant and chain with a central bezel set coral colored swirled agate by NYC lapidarist and jeweler, Felice Raabe Isreeli, (1915-2001).

Pendant measures 2 1/2" long including the bale and 1 1/2" across. The chain measures 20" long. Hook closure holds securely. Both pieces are marked Sterling and FELICE.

The necklace is in fine condition with a warm patina. Very intricate design.

Lovely piece.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1467665 (stock #JJ4463)
A vintage modernist sterling silver necklace with a central bezel set amber jewel. The necklace is made from curved sterling with chain at each end. It is marked 925 for sterling. Measures about 16" around. Hard to measure exactly due to the curvature. Has a secure box closure with a safety clasp.

The central pendant part measures 2 1/2" long and 3/4" at the widest. The amber has natural swirls. The design of the pendant is not symmetrical giving it a more interesting look...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #771659 (stock #2095)

Marci Zelmanoff - born 1942, Philadelphia.

Zelmanoff studied at the Rhode Island school of Design and received a MFA at Southern Illinois University.

Her primary influences were her teachers, Brent Kington and Olaf Skoogfors.

Oversized mixed metal brooch - abstract textured collage.

3 1/4" x 3 1/2"

Very good vintage condition.

Hand signed and dated - June 3, 1979.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1410085 (stock #JJ3541)
A wonderfully crafted hand wrought sterling silver necklace depicting a nude woman wrapped around a large druzy stone with two pearls. You can see her from the back on the underside of the pendant.

Pendant measures 3" long including the bale and 2" across. The chain measures 21" around and is held together by small hand wrought connectors. Hook closure holds securely. Marked Sterling and signed with what looks like S. Curran.

Very intricate design. Lovely piece.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1397626 (stock #JJ3375)
A vintage sterling silver neck ring with a prong set Boulder Opal by American Modernist jeweler, Ronald Hayes Pearson. The smooth sterling surface is contrasted with a textured edge.

This neck ring measures about 12" around the inside with an opening of 3". Can be adjusted slightly. Signed Pearson Sterling. In very nice condition with minor surface scratches.

Very cool mid century design.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1449694 (stock #JJ4038)
A vintage modernist hand wrought sterling silver link bracelet with thick sterling wire overlay.

Measures about 8" long and 1" at the widest. Marked sterling. Secure spring clasp. Fine condition with minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. Lays nicely on the wrist.

Reminds us of the work of Paul Lobel.

Well made and sleek design.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1093571 (stock #2547)

Richard Meier sterling silver brooch for Acme Studios

1 3/8" x 1 1/2"

Excellent vintage condition

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1422626 (stock #4031)

Unique sterling silver statement necklace and bracelet set

Hallmarked for Vicenza, Italy

1970 - 80

Bracelet - interior circumference of 7" x 1 1/4" tall

Necklace - 15" interior circumference x 3/4" tall

Both bracelet and necklace have push/pull clasps that open to make them easy to get on the wrist or neck

Combined weight - 145 grams

These interesting pieces are not rigid but have an almost spring like quality to them

Excellent condi...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1246000 (stock #02426)
An unusual size 10 sterling silver and genuine (tested) sapphire stone with an RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) logo. It weighs 11.3 grams, it is stamped * + R S/S. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Small packet air shipping to the U.S...
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1443468 (stock #JJ3962)
A modernist sterling silver bracelet by Ed Levin in a geometric link design.

Measures about 7 1/2" around including the clasp and about 7/8" at the widest. Marked © Ed Levin and Sterling.

Fine condition, has some tarnish and minor surface scratches. Clasp holds securely.

Classic Levin design. No longer available for purchase new.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1469946 (stock #JJ4556)
A detailed modernist bracelet in silver plated pewter by the noted Canadian jeweler, Robert Larin.

Measures 7" long and 1 3/8" wide. Box clasp snaps securely. Weighs 129 gr. Heavy and substantial. Has the R. Larin maker's mark and R.L. multiple times on the inside.

Interesting contrast of polished and oxidized surfaces.

Fine example of Canadian brutalist design.

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1407505 (stock #JJ3583)
A fine, hand wrought modernist sterling silver choker necklace by the California studio jeweler, Gerald Stinn, (1937-2019).

Made up of ten lightly hammered angled links with small connectors. You can have the links all facing the same way or alternate them for an interesting effect.

Measures about 15 1/2" long and 1/2" wide. Probably better for a more slender neck, although an extender can be added. Hook closure holds securely. Marked Stinn Sterling. In very nice condition...

All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #32399 (stock #md0013)
carol lane
$100.00
Hand hammered sterling pin by Parker, c.1960's. Pin is marked "PARKER STERLING" and is in excellent condition. It measures 1 13/16" long by 13/16" wide. It's very difficult to find work by this desired modernist....Insured shipping is $7 in USA.
All Items : Estate Jewelry : Silver : Modernism : Pre 1980 item #1465142 (stock #JJ4389)
A very unique hand wrought large pendant in sterling silver, reminds us of a large paperclip. Made from a thick curled sterling wire. Signed M. Bowles Sterling and Hand Wrought on the back.

The pendant measures 3" long and 1 1/4" at the widest. It is in fine condition with some minor surface scratches. The pendant alone weighs 19 gr.

It is suspended from a silver neck ring, (probably sterling) which measures about 15" around and has a secure hook closure...