Trifari Modernist Pearl and Gilt Spacer Necklace
About the Item
- Creator:
- Metal:
- Dimensions:Width: 1 in (25.4 mm)Length: 16.5 in (419.1 mm)
- Style:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Clasp light wear.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4614525922
Trifari
Costume jewelry maker Trifari is widely loved for its fine craftsmanship and complex designs for necklaces, brooches and other jewelry and accessories.
The company was formed in New York during the early 1920s, when its partners Gustavo Trifari (who descended from a family of jewelers), Leo Krussman and Carl Fishel (business associates in hair-ornament manufacturing) recognized, as other designers during the Art Deco era such as Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel had, that fashion trends for affordable jewelry for everyday wear represented an opportunity (and that the popularity of shorter hairstyles didn’t bode well for their haircomb business).
Initially called Trifari, Krussman and Fishel Jewelry (T.K.F.), the trio eventually shortened their brand’s name, at the suggestion of an advertising professional, to Trifari in order to evoke the romance of Gustavo’s native Italy.
The hiring of French designer Alfred Philippe as head designer in 1930 was pivotal to Trifari’s success. A master craftsman who had worked with both Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels, Philippe set about establishing the same high-quality standards of materials and craftsmanship in the design of fashion jewelry and trained other Trifari artisans to do the same. Settings were delicate; crystals were hand set; designs, which sometimes featured dazzling floral motifs or exquisite depictions of marine life, were sophisticated and elegant, having both the look and feel of fine jewelry. First Lady Mamie Eisenhower wore a Trifari parure of faux pearls to her husband’s presidential inauguration in 1953 and Trifari glass pearls to his inaugural ball in 1957.
Before retiring in 1968, Philippe created Trifari’s most recognizable designs. In the 1930s, when the company was custom-making accessories for the stars of Broadway musicals, it was the crown motif: These brooches became so often identified with the brand that a crown was eventually incorporated into the trademark. In the 1940s, the “Jelly Bellies” inspired affection as well as knockoffs; these were animals, birds and insects sporting a “belly” of clear Lucite. Clip-Mates were another favorite and a technical marvel — two dress clips that, joined together, created a brooch.
Find a wide range of vintage Trifari jewelry on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Riverdale, NY
- Return PolicyThis item cannot be returned.
- Lucite and Pave Rondel Bead NecklaceLocated in New York, NYLucite and Pave Rondel Bead Necklace from the 1960's. Long barrel shaped lucite beads are mixed with black lucite and grey pave crystal rondel spacers...Category
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
- Post Modern Glass Lariat with Anodized Aluminum PendantsLocated in New York, NYUnusually cool Post Modern Lariat with anodized aluminum half moon slices in rich iridescent blue mounted on chrome spheres. The necklace is composed of hundreds of smokey grey glass tablet beads...Category
Vintage 1980s American Rope Necklaces
MaterialsAluminum
- Double Strands Marbleized Bakelite BeadsLocated in New York, NYDouble strands of marbleized (brown to caramel), graduated Bakelite Beads from the 1960's. Hand knotted and very versatile. 36", Beads 15-25mm. 1960's ...Category
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
- Artisan French Necklace with Venetian Glass BeadsLocated in New York, NYUnusual Artisan French Necklace with Venetian Glass Beads from the 1980's. Large blown glass beads with black and white striations end in gilt floral caps and a hard necklet closure ...Category
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsGilt Metal
- Pale Coral Bead Protection Necklace, MWLCBy Mark Walsh Leslie ChinLocated in New York, NYClassic bead necklace with large 18mm hand knotted mother of pearl beads with pale coral lacquer. Signature MWLC "Eye" clasp has "your back" in any position. The clasp is made with...Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsBronze
- Pave Rhinestone Ball Statement CollarBy DivaLocated in New York, NYMassive collar comprised of hundreds of pave rhinestone spheres strung as beads. Large crystal stone set into bakelite clasp which hooks simply und...Category
Vintage 1980s American Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsGilt Metal
- White Akoya Pearl Necklace with 2-Tone Interlocking SpiralBy Martha SeelyLocated in Carlisle, MAFrom the Orbit Collection - an 18 inch lustrous Akoya pearl necklace with an asymmetrically placed spiral, surrounded on either side by a 6mm heavy wall gold bead. The necklace is ma...Category
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsPearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
- Aquamarine Beads 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Spacers 18 Karat Yellow Gold ClaspBy Joon HanLocated in New York, NYFaceted aquamarine bead necklace with five diamond spacers in 14 karat yellow gold and a clasp in 18 karat yellow gold, length of 24.5...Category
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsAquamarine, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Genuine Fancy and Multi-Color Diamond Drum-Shape Beads Wire-Wrapped NecklaceLocated in New York, NYA Genuine Fancy & Multi-Color Diamond Drum-Shape Beads Wire-Wrapped Necklace 40" in 18K Yellow Gold. The necklace weighs 63 carats, and the size of the beads range from 5MM to 6MM. ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, 18k Gold
- 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl NecklaceLocated in Washington Depot, CT14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Necklace- This elegant necklace features 26 round white pearls (5 mm each) set on 14K yellow gold. Size: 17.5 inches Weight: 4.1 dwt. / 6.5 gr. S...Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsPearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Vintage paste Riviere necklace, 800 silver, c1930sLocated in NEWARK, GBA vintage paste Riviere necklace is a fantastic addition to any vintage jewellery collection. This necklace has all the sparkle without the pric...Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsSilver
- Natural Sapphire Beaded Long Necklace with a Gold and Diamond RhondellsLocated in Jaipur, INA Beautiful necklace with Natural Multi Color Sapphires graduating in size. You will also notice some Gold and Diamond Rhondells in the middle of the beads which adds some diamond glitter to the necklace. The different colors of sapphire...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold