A beautifully unusual vintage sterling silver brooch with sculptural beadwork on its surface. The circular form is covered in hand-applied silver beadwork radiating outward from a faceted paste stone at the center, creating a piece that feels textural, modern, and bold.
Likely dating to the late Art Deco to early mid-century period, this brooch reflects a growing shift toward an independent, artist -studio style of jewelry that emerged between the late Art Deco and early mid-century periods. Rather than focusing on ornate decoration or large gemstones, pieces like this explored texture, repetition, and sculptural form. This brooch has a distinctly handmade feel, complete with hand-scratched inventory numbers on the reverse (see photo).
*Please note the center paste stone has a small chip visible under close inspection, but this slight imperfection hardly detracts from the beauty of the piece.
-Details-
Dimensions: 1 ½ inches x 1 ½ inches round
Metal: Sterling Silver, unmarked and tested
Stone: Clear Paste (hand-cut glass)
Total Weight: 26.45 grams
Condition: This brooch is in good vintage condition. The paste stone exhibits a small chip visible under close inspection. Bead elements are intact. Surface shows typical vintage wear consistent with age. Pin mechanism functions properly.
A Note to Our Customers: All of our vintage or antique pieces have been loved in a previous life. Because of this, you may notice subtle signs of wear consistent with age, a soft patina, or minor surface marks. These pieces have a lived-in character that comes with time. We take great care to photograph and describe each piece as accurately as possible, and will always note anything significant. These small imperfections are part of what makes each piece unique and are a reflection of its history and the life it has already lived.
A beautifully unusual vintage sterling silver brooch with sculptural beadwork on its surface. The circular form is covered in hand-applied silver beadwork radiating outward from a faceted paste stone at the center, creating a piece that feels textural, modern, and bold.
Likely dating to the late Art Deco to early mid-century period, this brooch reflects a growing shift toward an independent, artist -studio style of jewelry that emerged between the late Art Deco and early mid-century periods. Rather than focusing on ornate decoration or large gemstones, pieces like this explored texture, repetition, and sculptural form. This brooch has a distinctly handmade feel, complete with hand-scratched inventory numbers on the reverse (see photo).
*Please note the center paste stone has a small chip visible under close inspection, but this slight imperfection hardly detracts from the beauty of the piece.
-Details-
Dimensions: 1 ½ inches x 1 ½ inches round
Metal: Sterling Silver, unmarked and tested
Stone: Clear Paste (hand-cut glass)
Total Weight: 26.45 grams
Condition: This brooch is in good vintage condition. The paste stone exhibits a small chip visible under close inspection. Bead elements are intact. Surface shows typical vintage wear consistent with age. Pin mechanism functions properly.
A Note to Our Customers: All of our vintage or antique pieces have been loved in a previous life. Because of this, you may notice subtle signs of wear consistent with age, a soft patina, or minor surface marks. These pieces have a lived-in character that comes with time. We take great care to photograph and describe each piece as accurately as possible, and will always note anything significant. These small imperfections are part of what makes each piece unique and are a reflection of its history and the life it has already lived.
