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A striking gilt and topaz paste 'sunburst' brooch, Miriam Haskell, USA, 1930s.
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A large and strong 'sunburst' brooch designed by Frank Hess, from Miriam Haskell's early days, in the 1930s. As with many pieces, this stylised dynamic flower design is unsigned, and is built upon the characteristic celluloid base. composed of pressed gilt metal leaves, flowers, and faceted square pastes. It is surprisingly light , making it easy to wear.
Miriam Haskell was born in 1899, opening her first boutique near the McAlpin Hotel in New York in 1924 with the title ‘Miriam Haskell – le Bijou de l’Heure’, selling unusual, handmade pieces, when others were fascinated with machine made pieces. A contemporary of Coco Chanel, Haskell also incorporated sophisticated French components and craftsmanship, using glass from both Gripoix and Rousselet in Paris. Her characteristic celebrated ‘baroque’ (unevenly shaped) pearls came from the Far East and were made exclusively for her, composing some of the most creative and distinguished designs of the 20th Century. Although not a designer herself, she was a v canny businesswoman who knew how to get the very best out of her designers.. Her most extraordinary pieces were designed by Frank Hess and, later, Robert F. Clark,to be followed by Larry Vrba and Camille (Millie) Petronio. Miriam Haskell died in 1981, having created a hugely successful and lasting business.
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- Metal:Gilt Metal
- Weight:40 g
- Dimensions:Width: 4 in (101.6 mm)Depth: 0.5 in (12.7 mm)Diameter: 4 in (101.6 mm)Length: 4 in (101.6 mm)
- Place of Origin:United States
- Period:1930-1939
- Date of Manufacture:late 1930s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. If needed urgently, this item can be sent by DHL Express shipping, at the buyer's expense.
- Seller Location:Greyabbey, GB
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