Wrought in .900 silver which Matilde Poulat used in the early period of her career this stunning silver repousse brooch develops around a carved black onyx “mask”. Matl’s work is always impressive - no one could ever blame her creations for timidity - but it seems to me that the repoussage of her first years is even bolder...
Victorian English sterling floral locket pin, Birmingham. 1888. Decorative design with raised floral flowers in pot surrounded by a lovely border and place for photo in back of pin. It is signed with 1888 marks for Birmingham sterling and maker("AJS") and measures 1 3/16" in diameter. Has "c" clasp. Excellent condition and beautiful......$8 for insured USA shipping plus NYS residents pay applicable NYS sales tax.
An abstract, geometric cuff bracelet made of thick sterling wires and flattened sterling curved areas by the NYC jeweler, Henry Steig.
Measures about 5" around with an opening of 1 1/4". Measures 2 1/8" wide. Can probably be adjusted slightly. Fits snugly on my average wrist and does not turn, (which is good). Signed on the inside with Steig Sterling. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish.
Outstanding hand wrought design.
This is a RARE STERLING NECKLACE by N.E. FROM, the well known Denmark Designer.
The Hand made chain is 21" long; the Drop measures 1 5/8" X 3";
on the neck that translates to a 14" drop overall, including both Chain and Pendant. The SILVER is Smooth as SILK, medium ~ heavy.
GREAT GEOMETRIC DESIGN N.E. FROM Necklace ca. 1965- 1975. jpgs provide MORE data
Terrific, bold , sterling, oxidized sterling and baroque pearl cuff links by Mid Century Modern American studio jeweler and sculptor Merle Newport Boyer ( 1920- 2009). Born in Oregon, he moved to Honolulu in 1940 and quickly established himself in the art scene. He opened his first studio there in 1952 and also taught courses in jewelry at the Honolulu Academy of Art School...
A striking vintage sterling and center coral cuff bracelet by Navajo Kee Joe Benally, active since the 1950's, now deceased. He used only the finest materials and displayed a mastery of traditional and contemporary design. This bracelet measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1" opening.
The center piece is 1 1/2" long and 1 1/8" wide. The terminals measure 3/8" wide. Weighing 63 grams, it is in fine original condition...
This sterling stork has a curly tail, leaves for feet and angel like wings. The body is a very large kite shaped reversed carved blue rhinestone. All of this in a sterling setting. Notice that this stork has a blue rhinestone for his beak. It is hallmarked "sterling" on the back. Excellent condition. It measures 3 1/2" x 2 2/3" .
These very rare earrings from Margot de Taxco are a curled ribbon design, with synthetic pink tourmaline stones dangling below. The stones are a star cut, and they are gorgeous. Measuring 2" tall and 15/16" wide, these show up beautifully. Signed and hallmarked "Margot de Taxco 5429 Sterling Made in Mexico", with the eagle assay 16. They have been converted professionally to clips, and they are super comfortable to wear and very secure. Weight is 26.1 grams. In excellent vintage condition.
Plus Studio Norway modernist sterling silver and Stone Necklace
Plus Studio featured the work of Anna Greta Eker, Erling Christophersen and Tone Vigeland
24" long
Pendant measures - 2" x 2 3/4"
Weight - 43 grams
Hallmarks pictured
Excellent condition
Ronald Hayes Pearson large modernist sterling pin. c.1950s. The pin is in excellent condition.
A vintage modernist sterling silver heavy chain choker necklace designed by Marianne Berg for UNI David Andersen, Norway.
Measures 15 3/4" long. Thick sterling, very substantial. Signed UNI D-A 925S M. B.
This necklace came with another UNI D-A necklace that was also marked Hand Made. This necklace is made the same way, but is missing the Hand Made stamp.
In very nice condition, has just a little tarnish and minor surface scratches. Circa 1970s. Hook closure holds securely...
Vintage Sleek Mod Stylized Heart Adjustable Silver Ring marked: "Orb Sterling" for Otto R Bade who was Rebajes' studio foreman in the 40's before buying the former's equipment. Mid century mod style. Presently set @ 7.5 yet can be adjusted up or down. Sits 1 1/2" north to south...
This sterling, Mexican fish pendant married metal is copper (to silver). It has an azur-malachite eye and is very well crafted. It measures 2 1/4" x 5/8". The onyx center is encased in sterling (top and bottom). The back is hallmarked MEXICO, then TAXCO MEXICO 925 with the silversmith's initials, AAB in the middle. The assay mark is # 1. It is in great condition.
Hans Hansen modernist sterling silver, vermeil and pearl ring
Denmark
Mid 20th century
Size - 6
Weight - 11 grams
Hallmarked HaH, Denmark, 925s
Very good vintage condition
A vintage modernist sterling silver brooch and earrings by noted silversmith, Maxwell Chayat. Brooch measures 1 3/4" long and 1 1/2" wide. Has a rollover clasp that holds tightly. Marked Chayat Sterling. Earrings are screw backs and measure about 3/4". Marked Sterling on the screw back. Screw backs hold tightly. Sterling 'pearls' against oxidized darker sterling background. The set is in nice condition, with some tarnish...
UNOAERRE modernist sterling silver orbital bracelet
Italy
1970
Interior circumference - 7" total
Weight - 43 grams
Marked Uno A Erre, 925, Italy
Very good vintage condition
A fine and rare example of Italian space age jewelry
A 1.5in. tall pair of beautiful love bird earrings that exhibit gorgeous repousse that features realistic carving as well. No dents or damage on these well executed birds.
Two modernist brooches by Elis Kauppi for Kupittaan Kulta of Finland are available. You may purchase them individually or as a pair.
The first one is a three dimensional sterling silver brooch in what looks like a pair of smiling lips. This brooch measures 2 3/8" across and 1/2" high. Fine condition, has minor tarnish.
The second brooch is round and three dimensional with a cut out center and an etched detail. Measures 1 1/2" in diameter. Has some minor surface scratches and tarnish...
