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Rare & Impressive Modernist Sterling Ring, Isaac Cohen, Sweden
e-mail: Vdebstore@aol.com |
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Vintage KALEVALA KORU PENDANT; Ancient Design; Silver Plate; FINLANDThe design of this vintage KALEVALA KORU PENDANT intrigued me no end, so I wrote to them (yes, they're still going strong in Finland) and asked about it. They said this piece was in production around 1940 -1970 and "the model is from Suotniemi in Käkisalmi 1050 - 1150/1300 A.D. (during the time of crusades)." Fantastic. The pendant is so heavily silver-plated that the former owner said that it tested as sterling, but the lack of sterling hallmarks made me assume that it is actually silver plate, and that was confirmed by KK. The solid center piece is 2 1/8" square, the dangles are 1 1/4" long, and the wrapped piece at the top, which connects to a wrapped ring, is about 1 3/16" long and just over 1/4" wide. This pendant gleams beautifully, and as you can see, there are lots of raised features on it, all of which catch the light. The chain, which has nicely patterned links, is 24" long and has no silver marks. It's a stunning piece, and when I looked online, I couldn't find another one. Enjoy!
Price: $70.00 Buyer pays $5 shipping, handling, and
insurance. Please use PayPal. |
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Vintage DAVID-ANDERSEN Earrings; "SPRING"; Enameled Sterling w/GWThese lovely sterling silver DAVID-ANDERSEN EARRINGS are from the Four Seasons series designed for D-A by Thorbjorn Lie-Jorgensen in 1959, and they represent "Spring." They're 7/8" x 9/16", and all of the silver that isn't enameled is covered in a lush gold plating. If you look at the close-up, you'll see that the background of each section has been stamped with different patterns -- the more you look, the more there is to appreciate. The earrings are in excellent condition, from the gold to the enameling to the springy clipbacks. Thanks for looking, and I hope you enjoyed the view.
Price: $150.00 Buyer pays $5 shipping, handling, and
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BUTTERFLY PIN BY ARNO MALINOWSKI
FOR GEORG JENSEN 1959 A beautifully observed naturalistic design by Arno Malinowski, depicting two butterflies on a spray of flowers within a circular frame. The brooch is large, 2 1/8 inches (55cm) diameter and has a wonderful dark, rich patina. The design dates from the mid-century, and has been reissued recently as part of the "Moonlight Collection". But this is a vintage piece, sold through the GJ London store and carrying British hallmarks (slightly indistinct) for London 1959. It also carries full Georg Jensen maker's marks with design number 283. Price: $325 including insured shipping worldwide. Payment by Paypal (other options possible if you are in UK) email: carmel.swann@gmail.com |
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GRADUATED HEART CHOKER NECKLACE BY HANS HANSEN Gorgeous choker from Hans Hansen, a variation on the heart design. This is the only one I've seen with graduated elements. The 26 hearts range from 7/8 inch (2.2cm) at the centre to 3/8 inch (1cm) at each end. They are beautifully articulated by loops and links at the back, with a long hook closure fitting into the final link. The necklace is short, just over 14 inches (36.5cm) when fastened, so it is best worn as a choker. This piece has a very dark, rich patina and a few surface scratches. One large central heart is stamped at the back with the maker's marks and design number 300. The script signature appears to be the one in use between 1930-1950, as shown on 925-1000.com . Price: $525 including insured shipping worldwide. Payment by Paypal (other options possible if you are in UK) email: carmel.swann@gmail.com |
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HANS HANSEN, DENMARK, STERLING & SMOKEY
TOPAZ CUFFLINKS
Exquisite modern design cufflinks by Hans Hansen, Denmark. The stones are smoky topaz and simply beautiful, slightly rounded on top, and have a circular opening at that back so light shines through the stones--a stunning effect!
They are 9/16" square, the silver sides (which are
almost 1/16" thick) are 1/4" high and the stone goes up
almost 1/8" above the silver. The little moat around
the stones is just under 1/16" wide. The stones are
just under 3/8" square, they have the tiniest bit of a
dome to them -- not totally flat -- and the corners are
smoothed down, not sharp; no scratches on the top.
Price: $350.00 Buyer pays $6 shipping, handling, and
insurance; you can use either a personal check or PayPal.
International buyer must use PayPal only, and I'll ship by
Priority Mail International, fully insured, which will probably
add about $25 to the price.
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MARIANNE BERG PENDANT FOR UNI DAVID-ANDERSEN
This stunning modernist pendant was
designed by Marianne Berg for Uni David-Andersen sometime in the
’60s. If you’d like to see another picture of this piece, go to
www.925-1000.com, click on World Marks, then David-Andersen;
scroll down and click on Uni’s Workshop – tada, there it is! So
satisfying to see it used as an example of her best work. The
pendant is 2 1/8” in diameter. Apart from some light surface
scratches near the bottom, it’s in excellent condition. Enjoy! |
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TORUN BÜLOW-HÜBE
STERLING EARRINGS FOR GEORG JENSEN Exquisite sterling earrings by Torun Bülow-Hϋbe for Georg Jensen; elegant swirl design with great movement!; about 1-5/8" x 3/4"; marked: "925 S, DENMARK, GEORGE JENSEN, 370, TORUN;" fine condition. SOLD Email: marbeth1@aol.com |
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RARE BJORN WECKSTROM TRIBU STERLING & ACRYLIC NECKLACE,
Lapponia, Finland--An outstanding piece by world-class jewelry
designer Bjorn Weckstrom.
According to Fred Rezazadeh, in his book Collectible Silver Jewelry: Weckstrom joined forces with Pekka Anttila, a fellow graduate of the Goldsmith School, in 1963 at the company that is now known as Lapponia. They developed many creative new lines of jewelry including Space Jewelry which combines silver and acrylic to create miniature sculptures. This line received world-wide attention when Yoko Ono wore a silver and acrylic ring on the Dick Cavett show. Another of Weckstrom's designs (a necklace) was worn by Princess Leia in Star Wars. As stated by Mr. Rezazadeh: "Weckstrom is not just Finland's best, but also one of the world's most creative contemporary designers." This fabulous necklace features a large moon-shaped pendant that is half matte sterling silver and half acrylic with embedded bubbles that give it an intriguing depth. The pendant is suspended from a series of curved acrylic cylinders with sterling end caps. The piece is marked 925 inside a scales symbol, a crown in a heart (for domestic production), a trident mark for Lapponia, 925, M8 (which indicates a date post 1977),and LAPPONIA. The pendant measures 5 inches wide. The necklace measures 16 inches around. Excellent original condition. A superb example of this world class designer's work. Price: $2800.00 email: susan@vintagecostumejewelry.us
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CHRISTOPHER BURGER RING FOR LAPPONIA |
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GEORG JENSEN TULIP PIN Georg Jensen sterling tulip pin; size about 1-7/8" X 1-3/8"; safety catch; stamped with maker's mark: "GEORG JENSEN (in dotted oval), STERLING, DENMARK; 100, C;" beautiful soft patina, fine condition. Price: $385.00 Email: marbeth1@aol.com |
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SIGI PINEDA MODERNISTIC CUFF & EARRINGS Hinged cuff interior diameter about 2 3/16 inch wt 63 grams, about 3/8 inch in width. Earrings, screw type, 2 inch length, wt for two 16 grams. Marks Sigi, Eagle 3, Model # on cuff 256. Excellent condition. Price $350.00 |
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MASSIVE ARCHITECTONIC MODERNIST MEXICAN BRACELET, EAGLE 1,
1940S This heavy sterling silver bracelet has a bold architectural form made up of hinged segments. The raised central placque, supported by sterling posts, is inlaid with tiger eye and is flanked by rigid curved pieces that circle the wrist. Bracelet closes with a sturdy box clasp with safety chain. The eagle 1 mark indicates that the piece was made some time around 1948-1950s when the eagle mark was re-introduced in Mexico. The maker mark is worn but appears to be ASC. Size: 2 5/8” at widest point 3” wide opening with safety chain Marks: Taxco Mexico 925 ASC (?) MEXICO Eagle I Condition: Light scratches visible mainly under magnification. Clasp has some dings, tiger eye inlays have some cracks (?) or lines that are visible in magnified photo but don’t look as prominent with the naked eye. Inventory # 10-89 Price $330.00
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HECTOR AGUILAR CAMPECHE CHAIR Good condition, signed. For more information email Michael Zarou at michael_zarou@yahoo.com
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ANTONIO PINEDA STERLING &
AMETHYST NECKLACE & EARRINGS
An exceptional set by Antonio Pineda, purchased directly from the artist in the 1950s; about 16" around the interior; largest pendant is about 2" from top of small faceted amethyst to the bottom of the teardrop-shaped amethyst; screwback earrings are about 1-1/4" long; all is in very fine condition; marked:with Antonio crown stamp, eagle with #17, "970, SILVER." SOLD Email: marbeth1@aol.com |
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ANTONIO PINEDA STERLING & ONYX MODERNIST
NECKLACE A beautiful, modernist necklace by Antonio Pineda, excellent weight and quality; purchased directly from the artist in the 1950s; about 16" around the interior; longest pendant are each about 1-3/8" long; marked:with Antonio crown stamp, eagle with #17, "970, SILVER;" some light surface wear, otherwise fine condition. Price: $4,200.00 Email: marbeth1@aol.com
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HECTOR AGUILAR CIRCLE
SWIRLS BELT Very rare, Hector Aguilar circle swirls belt, c.1940s; 20 handwrought sterling swirls on a black, suede belt; length is approximately 31" (will adjust to a smaller size and to at least 1" longer) and width is about 3/4"; each circle is about 1-1/4" diameter; buckle is about 1" square when closed and is marked: "TALLER BORDA, 940 HA, TAXCO MEXICO," and an eagle mark with number "9"; great patina; fine condition. A
version of this belt with ten slightly larger circle swirls is
pictured in the catalog, William Spratling and the Mexican
Silver Renaissance, page 54. |
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Vintage MATL SALAS Silver, Turquoise & Coral Pin; Ornate, LovelyThis MATL SALAS silver, turquoise, and coral pin was made by the famed Matilde Poulat and her nephew, Ricardo Salas. Poulat's style is instantly recognizable, and this piece is a classic example of her work, with its colorful stones and playful silver spirals. The four strips of cabochon turquoises, set side by side and crimped in with a silver bezel, remind me of peas in a pod. The pin is 1 11/16" square and is equipped with a strong safety catch. Overall, this pin is in great vintage condition. There are a few lines in the turquoises, which are visible in the enlarged picture; they're not noticeable unless you're using a loupe or the observer is standing entirely too close to you. Enjoy!
Price: $150.00 Buyer pays $7 shipping, handling, and
insurance. Please use PayPal. |
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NATIVE AMERICAN |
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Vintage FLORENCE
JOHNSON Sterling FEMALE YEI PIN; Unusual Shape, Excellent
Condition |
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CAROL FELLEY SS Cuff Bracelet; Full Figural LEOPARD or CHEETAHThis handsome CAROL FELLEY STERLING SILVER CUFF BRACELET is adorned with a detailed, full figural LEOPARD or CHEETAH. The details are great, from the individual spots to the front paw casually draped over the other, to the curled tail. The beast is about 1 5/8" across, 1 1/2" from front to back, and rises a full 1/2" from the cuff. The cuff is 1 7/8" wide in the center, tapering to 2 1/16" at the opening. There's a subtle flare in the silver near the edges -- it wasn't left completely flat, and that gives it extra presence. From front to back, the cuff is 1 7/8", the inside measurement is about 2 3/8 inches from side to side, and the opening is 1 3/8" across. The bracelet has a nice presence on your arm -- it weighs 2.22 troy oz on my digital scale. The silver was used generously -- this piece was meant to be worn for many years to come. Apart from the usual light surface scratches, it's in great condition. When I looked online, I found other SUNRISE pieces from Felley, but this is the only leopard (or cheetah; my knowledge of the great cats is spotty . . . sorry; couldn't resist) that I found. If you're on the prowl for a great cat-ch (I'm on a roll here; don't stop me) as you do your holiday shopping, you've arrived.
Price: $175.00 Buyer pays $7 shipping, handling, and
insurance. Please use PayPal. |
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MID 20TH CENTURY AMERICAN |
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Here is a recent find, a Bob Winston Pendant in Sterling. The pendant measures approximately 2 7/8ths inches x 2 inches x 3/8ths inches and is in PERFECT condition. This came from the Estate of Frank and Theresa Caplan the founders of Creative Playthings. Bob Winston (1915-2203) was a very early innovator in the lost-wax casting process and this piece has all of the traits you want to see in early experimental casting. He was also a teacher at California College of Arts and Crafts starting in 1942 – with students such as Robert Dhaemers and Irena Brynner. According to his son Dr. Bob Winston this piece dates from the late 1950’s and is typical for his fathers cast pieces. I also have a fabulous Bob Winston ring, which I plan to hold onto for the time being. Stylistically this piece has all of the most desirable aspects of Winston. It is truly jewelry in the round. It is slightly difficult to see in the images but the piece is almost ½” thick which allow for multiple attachment options, horizontally, vertically or something in between. There is no real “front” side in my opinion. It would be quite easy to also wear this piece as a Broach. If you are interested in a chain or a friendly broach attachment I can fabricate either in my studio for an additional cost. I have been a working Metalsmith since the early 1990’s and you can see some of my work on www.mschon.com under David Jones or our limited production line under MADE. Winston pieces do not appear often and this may be your opportunity to add a true modernist masterpiece to your collection. Feel free to contact me with any and all questions at made@hometownu.com or call 484 646 9158 Thanks and have a great day! David Jones Price: $1650.00 plus shipping and insurance. |
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FRANK MIRAGLIA BROOCH & EARRINGS An iconic set by Frank Miraglia; highly sculptural brooch and earrings with wire gridwork (this is Miraglia at his best!) c. 1950s; brooch is about 2" square, earrings are each about 1" square; each piece is marked: "F. MIRAGLIA, N.Y., STERLING." The brooch is set is pictured in Silver Jewelry Designs by Nancy Schiffer on page 274.
Price: $750.00 Email:
buddyss@austin.rr.com
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ED LEVIN STERLING/EBONY DOVE PENDANT WITH
CHAIN This is the iconic dove pendant shown in the Modern section of Ed Levin’s Bennington Vermont catalog from the 1960s. The pendant is made of two parts--the dove is beautifully cut out of sterling silver, and is backed by a slab of ebony wood that has a little sterling eye. The front swings in front of the back, suspended by a large bale. The pendant comes with a sterling chain, that I believe is original to Ed Levin, though not the same as the one shown in the catalog. size: 2 1/4” x 2 “ at widest part marks: Unsigned, but it is documented in the Levin catalog (the page can be seen in Marbeth Schon’s book, Modernist Jewelry 1930-1960?? condition: Very good vintage condition, the silver has the usual light scratches typical of a piece of this age. I accept PayPal payment. Please check with me to make sure it's still available, or to ask questions at email below. Price: $385.00 Wendy Sacks email: vdebstore@aol.com http://www.vdeboldandmodernist.com
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1950'S STERLING & STONE EARRINGS ATTRIBUTED TO ED WIENER Exceptional mid 20th century earrings from a collection of jewelry by Ed Wiener, purchased in the mid to late 1950s; I believe that these originally had screwbacks--the design makes it very easy to make that change--no soldering necessary; about 2-3/8" long; sterling and beautiful soft gray pebbles; fine condition, no marks. Price: $325.00 Email: marbeth1@aol.com |
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BETTY COOKE, EARLY STERLING & EBONY
NECKLACE
It's hard to find an early piece by Betty Cooke with great provenance; this one comes from the family who purchased it directly from Betty in the early 1960s; the patina is absolutely wonderful! It's about 15-1/2" around (when closed); fits a small neck; each link is about 3/16" wide; marked: "COOKE, STERLING;" excellent condition. Price: $2,500.00 Email: marbeth1@aol.com
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ART SMITH MODERNIST COPPER PIN
One of my favorite designs by Art Smith; highly sculptural copper pin with copper balls; great size and weight; approximately 3" x 2-1/2"; marked: Art Smith" (in script); good patina, fine condition. A very similar pin is pictured in my book, Form & Function, American Modernist Jewelry, 1940 - 1970 on page 74. SOLD Email: marbeth1@aol.com
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PAUL LOBEL STERLING RING
An outstanding sterling ring by Paul Lobel, c. 1950s; great mid 20th century design, reminiscent of the work of the work of his contemporaries, Sam Kramer and Art Smith; band is also beautifully designed; ring is about size 5; the top sits up about 1-1/8" from the band; great patina; fine condition; marked :"LOBEL, STERLING." Rumanian-born, American studio jeweler Paul Lobel (1899 - 1983) was also a sculptor and designer of glass, furniture and silver hollowware. He had a studio/shop in New York's Greenwich Village in the 1940s and 50s. His work has been included in many museum exhibitions and he was at the forefront of the American Modernist studio jewelry movement. Visa, MasterCard available through M. Schon. Pay Pal is also accepted. Buyer pays $8.00 insured, priority shipping within the United States. Biographies of Paul Lobel and
photographs of his work can be found in both of my books,
Modernist Jewelry, 1930-1960, The Wearable Art Movement and Form &
Function, American Modernist Jewelry, 1940 - 1970 and his work
was included in the exhibit "American Modernist Jewelry, 1940 -
1970" at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art, 2008. Please see
MODERN SILVER magazine archives: modernsilver.com/Americanmodernistjewelry.htm
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ART SMITH STERLING PIN Great, large, sterling modernist pin by Art Smith, c. 1950s; about 3-3/4" x 1"; marked: "Art Smith" (in script), STERLING;" great patina, fine condition. Price: $1,500.00 Email: marbeth1@aol.com |
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50s Sterling Silver & Carnelian Brooch by
Florence Resnikoff
1950's sterling silver + carnelian brooch by Florence Resinkoff of Palo Alto of California. Brooch measures 2 1/4" x 2". Signed Resnikoff, Sterling on the reverse and is in great condition. Price: $450.00 |
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Great, industrial design aluminum neck tube
with original case and box by Dutch modernists Frans Van
Nieuwenborg and Martijn Wegman, c. 1972 This piece is pictured (with its case) in Jewelry of our time, art, ornament and obsession by Helen W. Drutt English and Peter Dormer. The tube is made of two half circles that fit together tightly when closed; about 20" around the outside; inside diameter is approximately 4-3/4"; tube is signed with stylus: Frans Van Nieuwenborg/Martijn Wegman; some surface wear, otherwise fine condition with no dents. Frans van Nieuwenborg and Martijn Wegman have cooperated as artists and industrial designers since 1972. Apart from their work in the plastic arts they design lamps, jewelry and other objects which are manufactured either industrially or in small quantities by the artists themselves. The timeless nature and clear composition characteristic of their designs gave them international recognition. Their work is exhibited in museums all over the world. They are represented in many design collections including the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. (from card enclosure with necklace) Price: $650.00 Email: marbeth1@aol.com |
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GREAT FALLS METALWORKS STERLING, SILVER, OPAL & ONYX GEOMETRIC BROOCH 2 x 1 3/8 in. Price: $145.00 USD Email Nona Grampp: nona2@bellatlantic.net
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ELSA PERETTI STAR OF DAVID NECKLACE
Elsa Peretti star of David necklace; star pendant about 7/8" x 7/8" on a 16" chain; marked: "TIFFANY AND CO., 925," and "Elsa Peretti," (in script), and "SPAIN;" very light surface wear, otherwise fine condition. Price: $145.00 Email: marbeth1@aol.com |
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