This elegant example of 1940s design is an unsigned beauty.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some minor oxidisation to the metal surface underneath two petals. This is only visible upon close inspection and cannot be seen when the brooch is worn.
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The Details...
This gilt metal brooch features a floral posy design with flowers, buds and leaves. The centres of the open flowers are detailed with snall, round clear rhinestones. All of the stones are faceted and claw set. The brooch fastens using a traditional safety catch and the fastening pin is fitted to the brooch with a round hinge. Brooches constructed from this type of gilt metal are commonly associated with French jewellery designs of the 1940s. This brooch measures 7cm x 5.25cm.
A Short History...
This brooch is the epitome of costume glamour. Not only is it evocative of the cocktail style popularised in the late 1940s and 1950s - evidently fake, but nontheless elegant - it represents the influence of nature upon mid-centrury jewellery. Indeed, couturiers, such as Dior and Balenciaga, were heavily influenced by floral motifs and it is no surprise that other jewellery manufacturers were producing pieces that echoed Parisian trends.
Wear it With...
Brooches are an exceptionally simple way to add instant vintage styling to any look and interest to plain materials. Pin this piece onto a hat, lapel, collar, cuff, scarf, sleeve, waistline or bag - wear alone or with a selection. The diamante in this piece means that it would work well pinned to a bridal gown or attached to the ribbon that ties a wedding bouquet together for an additional glamorous detail.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
This stylish 1940s brooch was made in France by Henry à la Pensée.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty late 1950s brooch was most likely created in Austria.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty brooch dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring a wonderful Cicada design, this dress clip dates from the 1930s and is unsigned.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some tiny, faint scratches to the Bakelite and metal reverse of the clip. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This elegant brooch was created in the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty brooch was created c.1900.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of the green paste stones in this piece are perhaps later replacements. However, this does not detract from the appeal of the brooch and they are very much in keeping.
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This interesting clip features a high quality and intricate design and was created in the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Good - A tiny chip to the corner of two of the baguette stones. This is only visible upon close examination with a magnifying glass. It is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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These beautiful brooches have been created from a pair of Georgian shoe buckles.
Condition Report:
Very Good - One of the 'C' clasps is smaller than the other in this pair of brooches. This is perhaps due to a repair, but the clasp still works well and is secure.
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This whimsical brooch features an intricately decorated bug and dates from the Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This lovely brooch, reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail so characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design. It dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some tarnishing to the metal reverse of the brooch and the fastening mechanism has been moved at some point, so that there are small marks where the old one used to be. These factors are not visible when the brooch is worn.
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This stylish brooch is emblematic of the evocative 1920s Egyptian Revival aesthetic.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty brooch dates from the early 1900s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Detailed and beautiful, this brooch was created in the early to mid 1800s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This rare example of early Kenneth Jay Lane jewellery dates from the 1960s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This shimmering brooch was created in the mid to late 1800s in Czechoslovakia.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Exceptionally rare and intricate, this Austro-Hungarian brooch was created in the mid 1800s.
Condition Report:
Good - Some wear to the enamel work and a tiny chip to the right-hand edge of the brooch. These aspects are only apparent upon very close inspection and do not detract from the appeal and rarity of the piece.
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This elegant example of 1940s design is an unsigned beauty.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some minor oxidisation to the metal surface underneath two petals. This is only visible upon close inspection and cannot be seen when the brooch is worn.
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