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HARRY SORBY for DAVID ANDERSEN |
STERLING BROOCH, c. 1950s-1960s.
Beautiful Abstract Design incorporating Movement towards a lovely
Center Stone. Sorby was noted for his Abstract designs and their use of
Semi-precious stones. Signed 'DA 925s "Scales" Norway Sterling Inv. H.S. Measures 2-1/8 x 1-1/4". Excellent Condition. #2258, $160.00 |
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HARRY SORBY for DAVID ANDERSEN |
STERLING BROOCH, Whimsical Form, is
it a flower or a man? A lovely Cabochon stone highlights this Modernist
work. Signed 'DA 925s "Scales" Norway Sterling Inv. H.S. Measures 2" x 2". Very Good Condition with a Mild Patina. #2561, $200.00  |
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BJORN SIGURD OSTERN for DAVID ANDERSEN |
STERLING PIN/PENDANT, Ancient Viking
Ships sailing the Fjords of Norway is the theme of this artistic
rendition. Pictured on page 251 of Christie Romero's Warman's Jewelry-2nd Ed. Marked D-A, Scales, Norway, 925S, Sterling, INV. B.S.O. Measures 2" x 1-3/4". Very Good Condition with a Mild Patina. #2342, $180.00  |
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JUST ANDERSEN |
BROOCH, Smooth clean flowing lines,
in negative and positive leaf shapes. Marked design #812, Denmark, Sterling, Justa. Measures 2" x 1-1/2". Very Good Condition with a nice patina. #2483, $175.00  |
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FRANCES HOLMES BOOTHBY | BROOCH and EARRINGS, Inventive
design where the motif is cut out in the brooch and recessed and
blackened in the earrings. She was part of the Walker Exhibition of 1955. Marked fhb, Sterling. Measures 1-7/8" x 1 1/2", earrings 3/4". Very Good Condition. #2497, $450.00  |
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FRANCES HOLMES BOOTHBY | PENDANT, Petite handmade pendant
with a lovely free-moving green stone;
beautiful stone; quality construction. She was part of the Walker Exhibition of 1955. Marked fhb, Sterling. Measures 1" x 3/4" Very Good Condition. #2871,   |
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FRANCES HOLMES BOOTHBY | GOLD AND JADE RING. Known for both
Handmade Silver and Gold work using semi-precious stones. There is an
airy elegant quality in this design with repeated circles in a variety
of sizes in a random pattern surrounding a beautiful bright oval Jade
cabochon. She was part of the Walker Exhibition of 1955. Marked fhb, 14k Size approx. 6-1/8. Measures 1/2" wide in front Very Good Condition. #2658, $750.00  |
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BERNARD BRENNER |
BRAZED BRASS PENDANT, c.1969.
Dramatic design
that gets down to 'The Nuts and Bolts' of Wearable Art. I was informed by the collector, from whom it was obtained, that this was created in 1969 as one of ten by the Philadelphia Sculptor Bernard Brenner. A short bio and an additional work may be seen at the site of Christopher Ray, Sculptor/Curator http://www.chrisray.com/exhibit/show01/index.htm Not Marked. Measures a substantial 4-1/4" x 2-1/2". Very Good Condition. #2897, $150.00  |
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JULES BRENNER |
BRACELET, c.1950s. Striking design
with
subtle shifts in angles and sides with the a wrapped band raised from
the cuff. Marked Jules Brenner Sterling. Measures 1" to 3/4", nice fit to 6-7/8"; could be slightly adjusted. Very Good Condition, with subtle patina. #2863, $525.00  |
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JULES BRENNER | BROOCH, c. 1950s. Studied with Ed
Wiener in Providence, RI. His early works were primarily in silver and
wire. Marked Jules Brenner, Sterling. Measures 1-3/4". Very Good Condition with a lovely patina. #2530, $335.00  |
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JOHN BRYAN | BROOCH, c.1950s-1960s. This brooch
is a classic example of his 1950s work of "enamel on concave surfaces
offering stunning contrast in color and metals", as described in the
1956 Craft Horizons, as
cited by Marbeth Schon on pg. 221 in the book, MODERNIST JEWELRY
1930-1960, The Wearable Art Movement. Marked Bryan Sterling. Measures 1-1/2". Very Good Condition with a slight patina. #2906, $245.00  |
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JOHN BRYAN | BROOCH and EARRINGS, c.1950s-1960s. An
interesting Three-dimensional Spiral highlighted with Blue Enamel. This set is another classic example of his 1950s work of "enamel on concave surfaces offering stunning contrast in color and metals", as described in the 1956 Craft Horizons, as cited by Marbeth Schon on pg. 221 in the book, MODERNIST JEWELRY 1930-1960, The Wearable Art Movement. Marked Bryan Sterling. Measures 1-1/2", earrings 3/4". Very Good Condition with a nice patina. #2942, $325.00   |
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IRVIN and BONNIE BURKEE |
PENDANT, c.1950s. Both Irvin and
Bonnie's academic careers include art study, teaching, fellowships,
travel, and photography before uniting forces to build jewelry, as well
as a family in Colorado. They created one-of-a-kind or limited
production pieces. This piece has a joyous use of semi-circles
and line. Is it a person, animal, bug, or just shapes that please the
eye? As von Neumann said in his 1961 book, "The Design and Creation of
Jewelry", 'Their works reflect well the free interpretation of subject
matter.' Marked Burkee Sterling. Measures 3-1/4" x 5/8". Very Good Condition with a lovely patina. #2821, $295.00  |
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VIRGIL CANTINI | PIN, Delicious Colors in the
Geocentric shaped design. Black outlines bring drama to the
piece. The enamel colors are Red, Red Orange, and Dark Blue. With the
signature delineation of gold line. Acclaimed for his work in enamel in Time magazine, 1953, and a professor in the Henry Frick Fine Arts department of The University of Pittsburg. Marked in script, Cantini. Meaures 2" x 3/4". Excellent Condition. #2789, $200.00  |
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VIRGIL CANTINI | PIN, Reminiscent of a fossilized
fish executed in mottled blue, green, and lavender enamel,
with a deep blue enameled background, delineated in gold. Cantini was acclaimed for his work in enamel in Time magazine, 1953, and a professor in the Henry Frick Fine Arts department of The University of Pittsburg. Marked in script, Cantini. Meaures 1-3/4" x 3/4" Very Good Condition. #2788, $200.00  |
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VIRGIL CANTINI | PIN and EARRINGS, ENAMEL OVER COPPER. An
Imaginative Abstract leaf design of whites and blacks on a red
background; unusual use of center accents of gold and black domes
highlight these concave-shaped wearable works of art. Acclaimed for his work in enamel in Time magazine, 1953, and a professor in the Henry Frick Fine Arts department of The University of Pittsburg. Marked in script, Cantini. Pin measures 1-5/8"; Screwback style earrings measure 7/8". Excellent Condition. There is an area in back, next to the pin, where the enamel did not flow, leaving a small gap; this is original to the manufacture, and not after market damage. #2758, $395.00  |
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VIRGIL CANTINI | PENDANT, BROOCH, AND EARRINGS, c.1960s. Rich
greens and blue enamels in letters WQED, and numbers '63 and/or '61 on
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brooch; A commerative set. Acclaimed for his work in enamel in Time magazine, 1953; a professor in the Henry Frick Fine Arts department of The University of Pittsburg. Marked in script, Cantini. Mary Lamberger 1960 WQED Campaign. Pendant measures 2" with the chain measuring 16". Brooch measures 2-1/4", disc is 1-3/8"-5/8". Screwback style earrings measure 7/8". Excellent Condition. #2751, $450.00  Pendant Brooch Earrings |
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VIRGIL CANTINI | EARRINGS, ENAMEL OVER COPPER. Acclaimed
for
his work in enamel in Time magazine, 1953, and a professor in the Henry
Frick Fine Arts department of The University of Pittsburg. These earrings are Shaded Blues with subtle pink design elements. French clipback style. Marked in script Cantini. Measure 3/4"; clips an additional 3/4". Very Good Condition. #2880, $200.00  |
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VIRGIL CANTINI | EARRINGS, ENAMEL OVER COPPER. Acclaimed
for
his work in enamel in Time magazine, 1953, and a professor in the Henry
Frick Fine Arts department of The University of Pittsburg. These earrings are Shaded greens with a delicate red leaf design. Screwback style. Marked in script Cantini. Measure 3/4" Very Good Condition. Tiniest bit missing on back near edge. #2672, $200.00  |
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MAXWELL CHAYAT |
BROOCH, A nice example of
Chayat's movement within form; the arching thicknesses add to the
sculptural effect. He exhibited with the artist in the Walker Exhibition of 1955, and had numerous one man exhibitions in New York and the East Coast. Marked Chayat (arched) Sterling Measures 2-1/2" x 3/4". Excellent Condition with a mild patina. #2919, $225.00  |
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MAXWELL CHAYAT |
BROOCH, A fine example of
Chayat's fluidity of form; the varying thicknesses add to his
expressions of delicate strength. He exhibited with the artist in the Walker Exhibition of 1955, and had numerous one man exhibitions in New York and the East Coast. Marked Chayat (arched) Sterling Measures 3-1/4" x 3/4". Excellent Condition with a rich patina. #2794,  |
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MAXWELL CHAYAT |
BROOCH, Very unusual brooch in
enamel referencing Abstract Expressionist painting, with drizzled
enamels and accidental looking drops of fused glass He exhibited in the Walker Exhibition of 1955, and had numerous one man exhibitions in New York and on the East Coast. A large portion of his artistic efforts address Jewish and religious themes with commissioned works of religious objects. Most of his works were in silver and gold. This enameled brooch, takes exception to his normal modes. Marked Chayat on the pin back Measures 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" Very good condition. #2816, $345.00  |
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KURT
ERIC CHRISTOFFERSEN for INTERNATIONAL SILVER |
BROOCH, A lovely wheat design
executed with delicate precision. Elegance in lines and
form are the hallmark of Christoffersen's designs. Eric was born in 1926 in Denmark. His training included goldsmith work for the Jewelry firm, A. Michelson and he graduated from The Academy of Arts and Crafts in Denmark where he became fluent in Goldsmith and Sliversmith techniques. He relocated located to the United States in 1949, and by the mid 1950s, was associated with the International Sterling Craft Society and The International Silver Company. Later in his career, he was associated the Artistic Wire Production Company and a Scandinavian Art Gallery in the Virgin Islands. Eventually he returned to his native County. Marked I joined KC and S Measures 3" x 3/4" Excellent Condition. #2824, $325.00  |
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ELLA CONE |
STERLING SILVER BRACELET, c.1950s-60s.
An intricate design of florals/leaves/vines; nice 3-Dimensional depth,
at first appearing to be repousse, but cast, with nice weight. Ella Cone had worked in NYC, and also had a shop in Boston, where she presented Modernist as well as traditional designs. Marked 'ELLA CONE STERLING XTC'. Measures 6-1/2" x 5/8". Excellent Condition. #2708, $250.00  |
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BETTY COOKE | SILVER and ENAMEL BROOCH, A
Whimsical Abstract Modernist Bird
design with Red, Black, and White Enamel. The top of the brooch
is sterling with a cut out form of the bird. The bottom is Copper and
enamel which is laminated to the top. There is a nice weight to this
piece. Another example of Betty Cooke's enamel birds can be seen in Christie Romero's book, "Warman's Jewelry, 3rd Edition", page 169. Marked COOKE. Measures 1-3/4". Very Good Condition. #2841,   |
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BETTY COOKE | BRASS BROOCH, Modernist
design with clever asymmetrical simplification and use of weighted
solids with contrasting lines and spaces. Marked COOKE. Measures 1-3/4". Very Good Condition, with a nice mellowing patina. #2870,  |
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BETTY COOKE | SILVER BROOCH, Modernist Bird
design with clever simplification and use of textured finish with
striations and matte highlights. Marked COOKE STERLING. Measures 2-1/2" x 3/4". Excellent Condition. #2557  |
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BETTY COOKE | SILVER NECKLACE. Tubes and 5
circles; simple, with no bombast? Yes. But, this necklace incorporates
so much of her individuality that brings the wearer close to her art. Betty Cooke was fond enough of this theme that she included a sketch in her June 1995 Retrospective, "Design.Jewelry.Betty Cooke" Marked Cooke Sterling. Measures 36" long, discs are 1" and 3/4". Excellent Condition. #2948, $995.00   |
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BETTY COOKE | SILVER PENDANT. Although a pendant
with circles attached to a thin post, the pendant hangs from a delicate
leather cord in a mobile effect, with circles lightly floating in
space. Pendant measures 2-1/4" long. Cord is 32". Excellent Condition. #2636, $450.00  |
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THEODOR FAHRNER | PENDANT, 1910-1914, Rounded leaves
and curls
in Silver with a beautiful translucent Chrysophase oval center stone
and Mother of Pearl
circular accents. Marked with TF and 800. Measures 2". Very Good Condition. #2469, $900.00  |
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THEODOR FAHRNER | ROOCH, September 12,1927- THE BREANDLE
STYLE,
Rectangle design in Mint Green and Sky Blue Matte enamel. The brooch can be seen on page 169, in a drawing from the Fahrner Pattern Book, in the book, Theodor Fahrner Jewelry..between the Avant-garde and Tradition by Hase-Schmundt, Weber, and Becker. Marked TF 935. C closure. Measures 1-3/8" x 3/4". Very Good Condition with a dark patina on the back. #2457, $590.00  Pattern Book Drawing  |
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ELSA FREUND |
BRACELET, Classic Elsa Freund design of
fired clay and blue fused glass, with the stone being surrounded in a
musical flow of swirling silver. Beautiful depth and intriguing
movement make this dynamic jewelry a wearable
art statement. Signed "Elsa" in script on the back clay. Currently a comfortable fit at about 7-1/4", but may be adjusted up or down. Stone measures 1-3/4" x 7/8"; front loops measure 1-5/8" high. Excellent Condition. Note: There are minute fractures in the glass, which is a normal part of her fusing process; she often emphasized these fractures as part of her design. #2726, $1,250.00  |
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MARY GAGE |
BROOCH, Scimitar, A fine example of Mary
Gage's Scimitar series featuring a bezel set natural Turquoise stone,
beaded handle, and hand-hammered blade. The hammer marks are
interestingly shown in the 'Back PIC' view. Mary Gage, 1898-1993, was a self-taught artist/silversmith that had shops in NYC's Greenwich Village and New England. She is referenced in Christie Romero's Warman's Jewelry, 3rd ed., pgs. 96 & 101, and in Elyse Karlin's Jewelry and Metalwork, pg. 238. Signed 'Mary Gage Sterling'. Measures 2-1/2" x 5/8". Very Good Condition. #2744, $225.00  |
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JULIAN GOODENOW |
STERLING RING, Semi-precious Blue Stone, A Large
Pale Blue Gemstone dominates this Modern Design Sterling Ring. Julian Goodenow is referenced by Armand Winfield as one of the Late 1940s-Early 1950s Greenwich Village artisans, along with Sam Kramer, Ed Wiener, Art Smith et.al, in Marbeth Schon's Modernist Jewelry 1930-1960. Signed 'J. Goodenow' in Gothic font . Stone measures approx. a large 1/2" x 3/8". Size approx. 5-3/4 Very Good Condition, with some tiny roughness on two diagonal facet edges, visible with 10x loupe. #2886,   |
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RAY GRAVES |
BROOCH, Engaging Biomorphic
design. This black stone is left in its natural crystallized
state, cradled in Sterling. The sterling back is in two layers, giving
it a nice three dimensional effect. Ray Graves had his shop in the prestigious Lloyd Kiva Art Center, Scottdale Arizona. He worked in a variety of media and drew inspiration from both Native American and Modernist themes. A very versatile artist, his shop was open from 1959 to 2001. During his illustrious career, his work was known on several continents, high end department stores, and his clients included many celebrities. Information on Ray Graves and an additional example of his work, seen on pg. 169, of Christie Romero's Book," Warman's Jewelry", 3rd Edition. Marked GRA WUN. His mark combines his name, Graves, and a former partners, Berta Wunderlich. Measures 2" x 1-3/8" The stone is in Excellent condition. The Silver is in Very good condition with a slight Patina. This piece may have been a pendant at one time, as the pin back is made of stainless steel, and epoxied in place. #2785, $250.00  |
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HANS HANSEN |
BROOCH and Earrings, A nice example of Hansen's
Scandinavian Modernist boomerang/triangle series, featuring
subtle depth and soft movement. Signed 'Hans Hansen, 925s, Denmark, #113'. Measures a large 3" x 3/4", clip back earrings 1-1/2" x 1/2". Very Good Condition. #2727, $250.00  |
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TURUN HOPEA | STERLING SILVER RING,
Modernist Design, Webbed Geometric Shapes and
Dome Center. Marks for Turun Hopea, Finland, 813 H (for 830S), City of Turku and P7 for 1968. Approx. size 6. Measures 1-1/8" x 1". Very Good Condition. #1757, $75.00 |
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HURST-KINGSBURY | STERLING BROOCH by Joan Hurst and Jill Kingsbury, a rare
find, c. 1940s-1950s. Contrasting Linear and Biomorphic elements
with oxidized center addresses Mid-century Modernist Abstract Forms. Marked Hurst Kingsbury Sterling. Measures 1-7/8" x 1-1/2". Very Good Condition. #2951, $395.00  |
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Javi O | NECKLACE,
BRACELET, AND EARRINGS, DIAMOND
SUGAR PEAS Vines of Sweet Sugar Peas delicately display their stunning White Sapphire or Diamond treasures. This set is hand built from beginning to end through tediously working each piece into its beautiful organic form. Hand built clasps ensure continuity of design. Contemporary Mexico to America jewelry designer While in Mexico, Javier Olivares designed jewelry for the finest jewelry stores in the Zona Rosa. and throughout Mexico City. Now an American citizen, he has designed for many fine jewelry stores in the USA, while building limited editions artist jewelry in his own studio. This work is produced in precious or semi-precions metals, as well as Sterling. For additional information, designs, and prices see: set. http://www.glitterbox.com/javi/ DIAMOND SUGAR PEAS In Sterling Silver and White Sapphires Pendant: $590.00 Bracelet: $410..00 Earrings: $240..00 Set: $1,392.00   |
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Javi O | NECKLACE,
BRACELET, AND EARRINGS, DECADANT DRAGAGON. Intertwining
Serpent Dragons with individually hand carved
scales
highlighted with Jade
Cabochons. Each link is hand worked one piece at a time through to the hand built clasp. Contemporary Mexico to America jewelry designer While in Mexico, Javier Olivares designed jewelry for the finest jewelry stores in the Zona Rosa. and throughout Mexico City. Now an American citizen, he has designed for many fine jewelry stores in the USA, while building limited editions artist jewelry in his own studio. This work is produced in precious or semi-precions metals, as well as Sterling. For additional information, designs, and prices see: set. http://www.glitterbox.com/javi/ Decadant Dragon Sterling Silver and Jade Necklace: $1,100.00 Earrings: $240.00 Set: $1,273.00  |
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GEORG JENSEN |
STERLING SILVER CUFF BRACELET, Clean
lines with the linear
outline give this Scandinavian Modernist Design a Tailored Look. Marked with the Georg Jensen Oval, 925S, Denmark, Early Design #85A. Fits comfortably at 6-3/4"; 1-3/8" High. Very Good Condition with very slight surface scratches. #2913, $595.00   |
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GEORG JENSEN HENNING KOPPEL |
STERLING SILVER BROOCH, A fine
example of Henning Koppel's designs using sweeping forms for sculptural
effect. Marked with the Georg Jensen Oval, 925S, Denmark, Design #327. Measures 2-1/2" x 1". Very Good Condition with very slight surface scratches. #2914, $235.00  |
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GEORG JENSEN HENNING KOPPEL |
BROOCH, H.KOPPEL DESIGN. Biomorphic design
in smooth open work. Marked Georg Jensen in a single dotted circle, Sterling Denmark, Design #322. Measures 1-7/8" x 1-1/2". Very Good Condition. #2427, $350.00  |
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GEORG JENSEN HENNING KOPPEL |
STERLING SILVER and ENAMEL BROOCH, One
of Henning Koppel's most Enduring designs using shades of Blue
Enamel in Sweeping Free-forms for Dramatic Sculptural effect. Marked with the Georg Jensen Oval, HK, Sterling, Denmark, Design #306. Measures 2" x 1-7/8". Very Good Condition with very slight surface scratches. #2921, $595.00  |
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WILLIAM B. KERR Art Nouveau |
STERLING SILVER BROOCH, Engraving
gives this large Domed Diamond-shaped Arts & Crafts
Design a Bold Presence. Marked with the Kerr 'Axe', Sterling, (design #) 3 313 H. Measures 3-1/8 X 2-1/8. Very Good Condition with slight surface scratches. #2338, $200.00  |
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WILLIAM B. KERR Art Nouveau |
STERLING SILVER BROOCH. Lovely
design with an idealized Women's face, Flowing hair, and Flowers. Marked with the Kerr 'Axe', Sterling, design #1371. Measures 1-3/4" x 1-1/2". Very Good Condition. #2418, $150.00  |
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WILLIAM B. KERR |
STERLING BUCKLE, Frolicking Winged Cupids sitting
amidst Giant Scalloped Clamshells adorned with flowers and fruits. Signed 'Wm. B. Kerr 'Axe', Sterling, #327'. Measures 2-3/4" x 1-1/2". Very Good Condition. #2711, $295.00  |
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WILLIAM B. KERR |
STERLING BUCKLE, Winged Cherub faces are
surrounded by floral garlands in very intricate relief. Signed 'Wm. B. Kerr 'Axe', Sterling, #312'. Measures 2-3/4" x 1-1/2". Very Good Condition. #2711, $295.00   |
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BENT KNUDSEN |
STERLING SILVER BROOCH, Long
Modernist design. Signed. Handmade, Sterling, Denmark. Bent K. 2. Measures 2-3/4" x 3/4". Very Good Condition. #2394, $180.00  |
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ED LEVIN |
STERLING BROOCH, All hand
made construction with layers of detailed components in varied sizes
with some hand texturing to the base layer. Marked Levin, Sterling. Measures 3-1/4". Very Good Condition. #2865  |
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ED LEVIN |
STERLING BROOCH, From his
Bennington, Vermont period, 1964-1970s.
Delightful
stylized Bird. Marked Levin Sterling. Benn. Vt. Measures 2-3/4" x 1-3/4". Very Good Condition. #2399, $200.00 |
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ED LEVIN |
STERLING PENDANT, c.1960s, Bennington,
Vermont. The 'Luristan Ibex' pendant from Levin's Primitive
Collection. "Cast from a stone age magic stone, the face of this heavy
pendant shows not only the ibex with its antlers, but another small
mammal and the hunter himself. The reverse side is an engraved sun by
this contemporary craftsman trying to emulate his his forebearers." (Quoted from Ed Levin's Bennington, Vermont Catalogue, Primitive Section, reprinted on page 79 of Marbeth Schon's "Modernist Jewelry 1930-1960") Signed Levin Sterling. Measures approx 1-1/2". Excellent Condition. #2552, $250.00  |
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ED LEVIN |
COLLAR, Wide hand hammered collar
in sterling. This is an honest straight forward minimalist design
with gentle arcs and a hammered texture. Mr. Levin had a long successful career, always respectful of the tenets of Modernism in the exploration of materials and subjects. His designs range from handcrafted tribal and primitive motifs, to clean uncluttered simplified planes and line. Marked c in a circle Ed Levin in script, Sterling Will fit a 15" neck. 1-1/8" in the front Very Good Condition. #2803, $250.00  |
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ESTHER LEWITTES |
STERLING SILVER BROOCH, Intriguing
use of contrasting textures, tones, and forms; Very
three dimensional. The artist is featured on pg. 239 in the book, MODERNIST JEWELRY 1930-1960, The Wearable Art Movement, by Marbeth Schon. Studied at the Art Students League. Sold her jewelry at Georg Jensen, American House, and Nannie's in San Francisco. Had her own shop on La Cienega Blvd. and Mel Rose Place in LA. Marked Lewittes Sterling Handmade. Measures 2" x 2" Very Good Condition. #2932, $295.00   |
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ESTHER LEWITTES |
STERLING SILVER BROOCH, with Cultured
Pearls, c. 1960s. Interesting movement
using line and form, positive and negative spaces; Very three
dimensional. The artist is featured on pg. 239 in the book, MODERNIST JEWELRY 1930-1960, The Wearable Art Movement, by Marbeth Schon. Studied at the Art Students League. Sold her jewelry at Georg Jensen, American House, and Nannie's in San Francisco. Had her own shop on La Cienega Blvd. and Mel Rose Place in LA. Marked Lewittes Sterling. Measures 2" x 1-1/4" Very Good Condition. #2912, $245.00  |
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ESTHER LEWITTES |
STERLING SILVER EARRINGS, Saw-tooth design is Shadow-boxed
into the back of the frame, adding nice depth. Intriguing use of
contrasting textures, tones, and shapes. The artist is featured on pg. 239 in the book, MODERNIST JEWELRY 1930-1960, The Wearable Art Movement, by Marbeth Schon. Studied at the Art Students League. Sold her jewelry at Georg Jensen, American House, and Nannie's in San Francisco. Had her own shop on La Cienega Blvd. and Mel Rose Place in LA. Marked Lewittes Hand Made Sterling. Post Earrings measure 2" x 7/8" Very Good Condition. #2933,  |
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AKE LINDSTROM SWEDEN |
STERLING SILVER BRACELET with Large BANDED
AGATE Stone, c.1973, Clean Modernist Design creates a
Sophisticated Scandinavian Look. Marked Lindstrom, 925S, Sweden, 3 Crowns, S, BEH for Bengt Hallberg Guldsmeds, X9 for 1973. Bracelet Band spring-fits into the back recess, wears comfortably at 6-3/4"-7"; Stone measures 1-1/4" square. Very Good Condition with very slight surface scratches. #2916, $295.00   |
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JO MICHELS ARTS and CRAFTS |
STERLING SILVER BROOCH, c 1940s. New
York designer, worked in the style of Lillian Pines and Mary Gage in
rounded
repousse, although this is a much heavier and thicker cast hand-worked
piece. She also had works that were similar to those of Madeline
Turner. An Arts and Crafts design in flower, flower buds, and rounded
leaf shapes; this design is
in very high relief. Marked Jo Michels Sterling. Measures 1-5/8" x 1-3/8". Very good condition. #2611, $150.00  For additional information see the site below. Chicago Silver -- Mary Gage / Lillian Pines / Jo Michels |
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FRANK MIRAGLIA |
STERLING BROOCH, c.1950s-1960s. Wonderful
modernist whimsy defines Miraglia's well-known "Rooster". This brooch and the artist are featured on pg. 241 in the book, MODERNIST JEWELRY 1930-1960, The Wearable Art Movement, by Marb |
