A pair of abstract sterling silver brooches by Modernist NYC Silversmith, Henry Steig. May purchase individually or as a pair.

The larger one measures 2 1/2" long and 1 1/8" at the widest. Weighs 9 gr. Thick sterling. The other brooch measures 1 7/8" across and 1 1/2" high. Weighs 5 gr. This one has a more delicate feel.

They are both signed on the back Steig Sterling. They have a wonderful three dimensional feel...

Bijoux Jeunesse modernist sterling silver hinged bracelet

Germany

1960's

Interior circumference - 7"

Stands 2 1/8" tall at highest point

Excellent vintage condition, minor surface scratches

Modernist sterling silver and enamel brooch

1950

2 1/8" x 1 3/4"

Weight - 19.50 grams

Marked sterling

Excellent good vintage condition

This interesting pin exhibits a streamlined design and was made by the Rytosztuka collective of Krakow, Poland. It features a vivid, prong-set teal green and white marbled glass cabochon, applied to a thin squared rod. The original rollover clasp is original and secure. The back shows the Polish registry mark for Krakow, 1963-1986 and .800 silver, as well as the RYT mark for the maker and a C7, possibly a mark that is particular to this workshop...

A rare hand wrought modernist link bracelet and matching earrings in Sterling Silver by the well respected jewelry teacher and author, Philip Morton. He is the author of the book "Contemporary Jewelry" where he demonstrates jewelry making techniques and highlights talented and noteworthy artisans. He helped found the Society of North American Goldsmiths in 1968.

Bracelet measures 7 1/4" long and 5/8" at the widest. Hook closure fastens securely...

Henry Steig modernist brooch with stone.

Measurements - app. 3" long x 1"

Condition - Excellent

Relo modernist sterling bracelet

Germany

1960

7" x 1 7/8"

Marked RELO, 925

Excellent vintage condition

Early large Sam Kramer sterling screwback earrings with moonstones and opals. Dimensional and in two movable parts they each measure 2" long by almost 1" wide. Each is signed. Excellent condition......$35 for insured US shipping.

Handmade vintage pendant necklace in sterling with a very large smoky cabochon stone. The stone is possibly a smoky quartz; I have not had it checked by a gemologist. Circa 1960. Not marked but tests positive for sterling silver. This piece has a great brutalist look, with oblong links, each with a turned up tip, and cut and soldered elements in the center pendant. With a hook clasp. From a Baltimore estate. 18 inches wearable length and the pendant is 2 1/2 inches long...

Maxwell Chayat modernist brooch

sterling silver

1 7/8" x 1 1/8"

Marked Chayat sterling

Very good vintage condition

Rare hand carved rosewood pendant with great modernist design, c.1950's. Large, it measures 3 3/8" long by 2" wide by 1/4" thick. Unsigned and in excellent condition. Has bored hole and is ready to accept a chain. Wonderful piece in a great wood....$8 for insured USA shipping & applicable NY tax.

A sterling silver abstract brooch by the MCM jeweler and sculpter, Joseph Skinger, (1911-1967). He was active in Vermont in the 1950s and 60s, working primarily in silver. Known for his modernist 'Slalom' ring.

This brooch measures 2 1/8" long and 1" at the widest. Marked Sterling Skinger.

This could also be worn as a pendant with a chain or cord laced through the curled top as shown.

In fine condition. There is a very slight bend near the clasp, probably done during production...

Hand made silver set of necklace and bracelet,c.1950's. Unsigned with soldered links, the necklace measures 14 3/4" long and the bracelet, 8". Both can be combined to make a longer necklace or a bracelet wound around several times. Very good modernist design and in excellent condition.....$12 for insured US shipping.

Early and Iconic Ed Wiener wrapped sterling silver cuff bracelet

American modernist

1950

The Wiener cuff should fit a 7" wrist

Rear gap measures 1 1/2"

The overall dimensions are 2 1/2" x 1 3/4"

Weight - 36 grams

Signed Ed Wiener, sterling

Excellent condition

An irregular shaped piece of amber is mounted in a handmade bezel. The mounting is decorated with hand-applied silver biomorphic protrusions. The bailbears the Krakow mark for .916 silver, with an additional mark indicating added metal, although all of the metal tests as silver. The pendant measures 2 ½ inches long, including the bail and jump ring, and 1 3/8 inches wide.

Ron Pearson modernist sterling silver brooch

1950's

4" x 1 3/16"

Weight - 26.34 grams

Marked R.H. Pearson, sterling on verso

Excellent vintage condition

A rare brooch and earrings set by noted Sausalito Mid 20th century jeweler, Loyola Fourtane. She and her husband were jewelers and artists and worked from their houseboat in Sausalito, California from the 1930's -50's.

This set is made of sterling silver with copper and brass embellishments and what look like carnelian cabochons.

Brooch measures 2 1/2" across and 2 1/4" high. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely...

A pair of vintage modernist sterling silver cuff links by noted silversmith, Ed Wiener. Have a dotted texture contrasted by a more satin finish. Measure 3/4" long and 3/8" across. Marked Ed Wiener, Sterling. Toggles work fine. Cool Mid Century design.