Trifari Golden Floral Motif Pin Brooch, Vintage 1900s
About the Item
- Creator:
- Metal:Gold-filled
- Dimensions:Height: 2.25 in (57.15 mm)Width: 1.5 in (38.1 mm)
- Style:Retro
- Place of Origin:United States
- Period:20th Century
- Date of Manufacture:1900s
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Milford, DE
- Reference Number:
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: Milford, DE
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 1 day of delivery.
- Vintage ART Gold Folding Fan Pin Brooch, with Faux Pearls and Jade BeadsBy Arthur PepperLocated in Milford, DEStylish folding fan pin-brooch, decorated with faux pearls, jade beads, and crystals. By Arthur Pepper (ART). Marks / hallmarks / etc: ARTCategory
20th Century American Retro Brooches
MaterialsGold Plate
- KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Filigree, Green Cabochon and Crystal Pin BroochBy Kenneth Jay LaneLocated in Milford, DEA stylish pin by Kenneth Jay Lane featuring prong-set green and pink cabochons, accented with clear crystals and set in a decorative filigree goldtone setting. Hallmarks: Kenneth LaneCategory
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
MaterialsCrystal, Gold Plate
- Heidi Daus "My Cup of Tea" Pave Clear and Blue Crystal Teapot Pin BroochBy Heidi DausLocated in Milford, DEA whimsical pin brooch, featuring a teapot decorated with clear and blue pave crystals, along with a large centerpiece pear-cut blue crystal. By Heidi Daus. Hallmarks: Heidi Daus, C...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
MaterialsCrystal
- Heidi Daus "Puss And Pumpkins" Cat & Pumpkin Pin , Pave Citrine CrystalsBy Heidi DausLocated in Milford, DEAn adorable cat set between two shining pumpkins and glamorous wheat stalks. Decorated with pave glimmering crystals, this piece is finished off with a lovely enamel bow collar. Add ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
MaterialsCrystal
- Fedoskino Russian Ballet Dancers Pin, Mother of Pearl, Lacquer, German SilverLocated in Milford, DEAn exquisite Russian Fedoskino brooch set in a beautiful German silver bezel. Features a pair of ballet dancers on a blue-green background, hand-paint...Category
20th Century Russian Russian Empire Brooches
MaterialsSilver
- Joan Rivers Green Crystal Bee Wasp Pin Brooch in Gold, Classics CollectionLocated in Milford, DEAn exquisite pin, featuring a pave green-crystal gold plated bee. Hallmarks: Joan RiversCategory
20th Century Brooches
MaterialsCrystal
- David Webb Platinum 40.00 Carat Old Cut Diamond BroochBy David WebbLocated in New York, NYOf particular interest and rarity this David Webb mid-century floral brooch enhanced old-cut diamonds mounted moustly in Platinum with just a few yellow gold petal accents. Total car...Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
MaterialsDiamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
- Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 41.00 Carat Natural Fancy Color Diamond BroochBy Emilio!Located in New York, NYFrom The Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry Located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Showcasing a very special and rare butterfly brooch hand made by Emilio Artisans, specializing in bringing out the maximum potential of each and every natural fancy color diamond. We specialize in creating special mountings for color diamonds that will increase the color and bring it out the maximum potential of the center. center: over 5ct Gia certified shield additional natural green pink orange diamonds...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
MaterialsPink Diamond
- Emilio Jewelry Multi Color Flower BroochBy Emilio!Located in New York, NYFrom the vault at Emilio Jewelry Located on New York's iconic 5th Avenue, Main Stone: Sapphire over 1.70 carat Blue (Cornflower Blue), Pink 2.00 + carat, Tsavorite 1.11 carat, Tsavor...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
- Enamel, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retrò BroochLocated in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...Category
Antique Early 1800s Italian Retro Brooches
MaterialsGold, 14k Gold, Enamel
- Deco Platinum Brooch Set with 1.0ct of F/VS Baguette + 1.5ct of Round DiamondsBy UnbrandedLocated in London, GBDeco Platinum Brooch Set With 1.0ct of F/VS Baguette + 1.5ct of Round Diamonds. Additional Information: Total Weight: 12.1g Total Diamond Weight: 2.50ct Diamond Colour: E/G Diamond ...Category
20th Century British Brooches
MaterialsDiamond, Platinum
- StickpinLocated in Orimattila, FIAccording to the picture. I don't know what material. It's old.Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Brooches