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A vintage layered sterling silver and copper Mid Century Modernist brooch by Ed Wiener in a triangular shape.

Made from two layers of sterling, one textured and one smooth with a copper orb in the center.

Signed with a partially struck Ed Wiener Sterling.

Measures almost 1" across and 7/8" high.

Has a rollover safety clasp that holds securely. There are some minor surface scratches and tarnish.

Fine craftsmanship. Great studio piece.

A vintage sterling silver bracelet with 6 linked domes and floral swirls made in Denmark. Signed with JA in a shield, Sterling and Denmark.

Measures about 7 3/4" long and almost 1" wide. Has a wide hook clasp that holds securely.

Has a warm patina and some minor surface scratches.

Very well crafted. Fine example of Scandinavian silver jewelry.

A large organic wall sculpture by Curtis Jere with a brown and black mottled finish and brass spheres. Very three dimensional. Can be hung horizontally or vertically.

Measures 42" at the longest and 25" across. Signed © Jere 2000 once on both the front and back. In fine condition. Weighs about 8lbs.

Interesting example.

An unusual piece of repousee work in copper. This belt is made of 17 panels with Middle Eastern designs. Measures 26 1/2" long and 2 1/2" wide. Hook closure holds securely. Signed J. Simmons 1945. Well crafted and substantial. Warm patina. A very unique piece of handicraft.

A vintage silver, probably sterling, brooch with a carved carnelian cabochon. Measures 2" long and 1 1/2" across. Marked with what looks like the stylized initials 'ES'. The cabochon has 5 small drilled holes. We are not sure what the purpose was. Has a 'C' clasp that holds securely. Has a little tarnish. Very pretty design.

Two pair of vintage Mexican Sterling Silver screw back earrings by Sigi Pineda in modernist designs. May be purchased together or as two separate pairs.

One pair has a polished layer of sterling intertwined with an textured layer for an interesting contrast. Measure 1 1/4" long and 3/4" across. Marked Sigi Tasco, and Eagle #36. There are some more markings which are under the screw back and can't be read. In fine condition with some minor tarnish. $125.

The second pair has onyx cab...

A modernist sterling silver torsade multi strand necklace by the noted NYC jeweler, Tiffany & Co.

Has twelve strands of sterling beads contrasting with over 50 strands of oxidized chain. Can be worn tightly or loosely twisted or untwisted for more length.

Measures approximately 15 1/2" long when tightly twisted and about 17" untwisted. Has an exaggerated large sterling spring clasp with acorn end caps. Marked Tiffany & Co. 925 and Italy on one end cap.

In fine condition with...

An unusual mixed metals bolo with an industrial nude torso design in silver and patinated brass on a leather thong by noted jeweler, Thomas Mann. He is known for his mini sculptures made from found materials in whimsical designs. Hallmarked with the impressed stylized TM with sun, Handwrought and etched with the Mann signature and '91.

Central pendant measures 1 3/8" across and 2 1/2" high. Three dimensional. The leather cord measures about 38" long. The ends of the cord look like stylize...

An amazing hand made sterling silver modernist heavy cuff bracelet adorned with an inlay of shell by the renown Israeli jeweler, Rachel Gera.

Measures 5 3/4" around with an opening of about 1 1/4". This cuff is rigid and has no give. Also measures 2 1/2" at the widest.

Signed on the back on a cartouche Rachel Gera and 925. Also hand signed Gera.

Fine condition. Has a little indentation around the shell and some tarnish. Heavy and substantial. Better for a larger wrist.

Wonderfu...

A pair of William Spratling sterling silver pierced earrings with large dangling fans or sails. These earrings were made in the 1980s.

They measure 1 1/2" across the widest part and 2 1/4" high including the post back. Marked on the back of each earring with the conjoined WS and Spratling 925 Taxco Mexico. They are also marked with TS24 indicating the later date. Post backs hold securely. In fine condition.

Classic design. Lots of movement.

A vintage signed Seguso Murano Art Glass bowl in the Scavo Corroso finish. Measures about 6 1/2" by 6", 2 3/4" high and weighs about 4 1/2 pounds. Fine example.

A vintage heavy gold plated choker necklace by Chanel with 2 chains and a central medallion. The medallion has the address of the location of the original Chanel boutique, 37 Rue Cambon. Has the interlocking CC logo in the center. Marked on the back with CHANEL, CC Made in France on an oval cartouche and an impressed 3903.

The two chains are connected on each side 1/3 the way up to help the necklace lay correctly.

Measures approximately 16 1/4" along the shortest chain. The meda...

A stunning vintage necklace by Chanel with 5 chains and a quilted hook clasp. Marked on the back with CHANEL, CC Made in France on an oval cartouche.

The 5 chains are connected on each side 1/3 the way up to help the necklace lay correctly.

Measures approximately 16 7/8" along the shortest chain. The clasp measures 1 3/8" wide and 1 1/4" high. Hook closure holds securely. In fine condition with a dark patina. Weighs 284 gr. Feels substantial on.

Standout design. Estate fresh...

A signed Avon Coppersmith hammered copper lamp from the workshops of Arthur Cole, former Roycroft artisan. Measures about 13 1/2" tall, shade about 8" across and weighs over 2 1/2 pounds. A rare example.

A Pair of Brass or Bronze Candlesticks signed by the maker "Spencer". Similar in style to the work of Robert Jarvie in Chicago. Each weigh over two pounds each. Measure about 8 1/4" tall, 5" across base. Very good condition and quality.

A modernist sterling silver brooch with two raised sterling 'pearls' and a raised sterling bar by Sigi Pineda. Design number 54. Measures 2 1/2" long and 1 1/2" across. Marked on the back Sigi Tasco, Hecho en Mexico, Sterling, 54, and Eagle #3. Safety rollover clasp holds securely. In very nice condition. Has minor surface scratches. Interesting contrast of oxidized and shiny sterling. A very beautiful brooch by a talented artisan.

A sterling silver modernist vintage pendant and chain probably from either Finland or Sweden. Marked with what looks like 'AKH' 830 and some other mark. Marked on both the bale and the clasp. Pendant measures 2 1/2" high and 2 1/4" across. Chain measures 19 " long and has a spring clasp that closes securely. Dark patina, cool design.

A modernist sterling silver ring by noted mid century jeweler, Sam Kramer, in an abstract shape with a green, possibly Chryoprase, bezel set cabochon. Measures about a 7 1/2. Face of ring measures 1" long and 1/2" across. Marked with Sam Kramer's mushroom mark and sterling. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. There is some wear to the darkened area. Interesting contrast between the darkened silver and the polished raised dots. Great MCM design.