Vintage Art Brooch
1960s American Modernist Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1950s Italian Post-War Vintage Art Brooch
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Vintage Art Brooch
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Japanese Vintage Art Brooch
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Vintage Art Brooch
1960s French Modern Vintage Art Brooch
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Platinum
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Rhodium
1930s Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Base Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Diamond, Platinum
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Enamel, Gilt Metal
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Sterling Silver, Vermeil
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Diamond, 18k Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Sterling Silver
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Base Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Rhodium
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1940s South American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Rhodium
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Base Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Rhodium
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Sterling Silver
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Sterling Silver
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Brass
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Brass
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Zircon, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Diamond, Platinum
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Silver Plate
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Rhodium, Base Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Rhodium
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
14k Gold
1930s Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Brass
1930s American Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Enamel, Gilt Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Rhodium, Gilt Metal
1940s Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Rhodium
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Diamond, Platinum
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Gilt Metal
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Silver
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Base Metal, Enamel
Late 20th Century Art Nouveau Vintage Art Brooch
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Mexican Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Sterling Silver
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Art Brooch
Diamond, 18k Gold
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Finding the Right brooches for You
Antique and vintage brooches, which are decorative jewels traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones.
Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To tell if a brooch is vintage, take a look at its fastener. Pieces made during the first half of the 20th century often had a long thin fastener that you push to open or close. This style of hardware is commonly known as a trombone clasp. Locking safety clasps emerged during the 1930s, and jewelers used them throughout the rest of the 20th century. You can also check brooches for a date stamp or research the maker's mark to determine who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine the age. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or professional jeweler examine the piece. On 1stDibs, find a variety of brooches from some of the world's top sellers.
- How do I price vintage art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024To price vintage art, you can use trusted online resources to determine what similar pieces have sold for in the past. Many auction houses and online platforms allow you to see sold items, and browsing these listings can give you a feel for a work of art’s value. Keep in mind that the maker, age, subject matter, rarity and condition of a work will all contribute to how much it's worth. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can examine a piece of art for you and give you an estimate of its fair market value. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The art style of antique and vintage posters varies greatly. During the first decades of the 20th century, posters reflected the Art Nouveau style. After World War II, the mid-century modern style influenced designs, and by the 1960s, Op Art and Surrealism provided inspiration for posters. Shop a selection of posters from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
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